2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.9L Diesel · KV09 LCN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in April 2026 at 147,763 miles passed with a minor advisory regarding an insecure battery, the history shows a significant failure in March 2025. That failure revealed multiple critical safety issues, including exposed cords on both front tyres and a suspension ball joint, suggesting that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they fail a formal inspection. At 147,763 miles over 17 years, the Astra has averaged approximately 8,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent use between tests, with roughly 6,000 to 7,000 miles covered annually between the 2023 and 2026 records. This regular mileage accumulation suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, though the cumulative mileage increases likelihood of age-related degradation in rubber suspension components and braking hardware. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The offside front lower suspension arm ball joint was flagged for play in 2024 and 2025, indicating a component that is nearing the end of its life. Furthermore, the nearside rear parking brake efficiency only marginally met the standard in 2025, which points to a mechanism that is adjustment or suffering from corrosion. Given the previous report of thin rear pads and pitted discs in 2023, the entire rear braking assembly should be checked for signs of uneven wear or seized calipers.