2008 Vauxhall Astravan 1.7L Diesel · KS57 UOW

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the recent MOT history. Although the most recent test on 27 October 2025 at 104,204 miles initially resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, the vehicle passed immediately upon retest. This follows a consistent streak of clean passes from 2022 through 2024, suggesting that the mechanical components have maintained operational standards without recurring failures over the last three years. The mileage pattern is notably low for an eighteen-year-old van, averaging approximately 5,789 miles per year. The data shows consistent usage, with the vehicle covering 1,341 miles between November 2022 and November 2023, and another 4,095 miles between November 2023 and October 2024. This low annual mileage typically indicates less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though low-mileage operation on a vehicle of this age can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and fluid breakdown due to long periods of inactivity. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and floorpan, as Astravans of this era are prone to corrosion that may not always trigger an immediate failure. While the record is clean, the suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for cracks or perished rubber regardless of low mileage. Given the recent retest in October 2025, verify the condition of the brake lines and discs to ensure the previous failure was addressed properly and is not a symptom of a developing mechanical issue.