2013 Vauxhall Antara 2.2L Diesel · LB62 KWT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. The most recent test in December 2025 at 60,274 miles was a pass with only a damaged windscreen noted. This follows a failure in December 2024 where the vehicle required immediate attention for a fractured nearside front coil spring, a defective anti-roll bar linkage, and a perished tyre. While the mechanical issues were addressed, the trend suggests that components are only replaced once they reach a point of failure. The mileage profile is notably low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,600 miles per year. This low usage is consistent across the decade, moving from 22,643 miles in 2015 to 60,274 miles in 2025. However, low mileage often correlates with age degradation of rubber-based components. The record confirms this through recurring advisories for tyres reaching legal limits in 2020 and 2021, and perishing or cracking noted in late 2024. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the rubber components and suspension assembly. The fractured coil spring and failed anti-roll bar linkage from 2024 indicate that the suspension may be brittle, necessitating a physical check for cracks in bushings and signs of excessive play. The 2023 advisory noted all four brake discs were worn, so the current rotors should be measured for thickness and pitting to ensure they are not due for immediate replacement. Given the history of corroded exhaust hangers in 2016, the structural integrity of the exhaust system and mounting points also warrants verification to ensure corrosion has not progressed beyond surface level.