2002 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · KX02 VSC

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the recent MOT history. The most recent test conducted on 26 October 2024 at 86,677 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal standards. While there was a single failure recorded in October 2023, the immediate pass on the same day suggests the owner was proactive in rectifying identified faults to maintain road legality. The mileage pattern is exceptionally low for a 24-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,612 miles per year. The data shows consistent, low-intensity usage, with only 7,539 miles accumulated between the October 2021 test at 79,138 miles and the 2024 test. This low mileage often implies less mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it also increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber parts and potential seizing of brake calipers or suspension components if the vehicle has sat stationary for extended periods between journeys. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis, particularly the inner sills and rear wheel arches, as the Vauxhall Astra of this era is prone to corrosion regardless of mileage. Despite the clean recent records, the low usage warrants a close check of the suspension bushes and perished hoses which can degrade over time. Given the age of the vehicle, verifying the condition of the fluids and the state of brake discs is essential to ensure that the low mileage has not masked internal oxidation or fluid neglect.