2006 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · KG56 AXR

The 2006 Vauxhall Astra holds a valid MOT certificate following its most recent test on 20 October 2025 at 122,388 miles. The maintenance trend over the past two years is broadly stable, though it reveals a pattern of minor, recurring advisories rather than a clean bill of health. The vehicle passed its October 2025 test, but the tester flagged front brake pads wearing thin, a slightly distorted nearside front road wheel, and a damaged nearside obligatory mirror. These are not critical failures, yet the persistence of the wheel distortion and damaged mirror across consecutive years suggests cosmetic and minor mechanical issues have not been proactively resolved. The mileage accumulation is consistent with light, regular use. Between the October 2023 test at 115,222 miles and the October 2025 test at 122,388 miles, the vehicle covered 7,166 miles over two years, averaging roughly 3,583 miles annually. That is lower than the lifetime average of approximately 6,119 miles per year, indicating the car has seen reduced use more recently, possibly due to a change in keeper or lifestyle. The record shows no significant gaps in testing continuity, with annual MOTs completed each October since at least 2022. The most notable mechanical concern is the suspension. In the October 2022 test at 109,323 miles, both rear shock absorbers were flagged for light oil misting, a condition that degrades damping efficiency over time. No subsequent test has revisited this item, so a buyer should have the rear suspension inspected for deterioration, especially given the vehicle's age and the potential for internal corrosion on a 20-year-old platform. The recurring nearside front wheel distortion, noted in both 2024 and 2025, warrants checking for kerb damage or inner rim cracking. Front brake pads were wearing thin at the last test, meaning replacement is likely due soon. The damaged nearside mirror, while minor, has persisted across three consecutive tests and should be replaced to maintain legal compliance. A thorough underbody inspection for corrosion, particularly on suspension mounting points and brake lines, is advisable before purchase.