2012 Vauxhall Antara 2.0L Diesel · M20 LBA

The vehicle holds a valid MOT until July 2026, having passed its most recent test on 11 July 2025 at 95,284 miles with no defects or advisories recorded. The day prior, it failed on 10 July 2025 at 95,281 miles, but with no defects logged, which suggests an administrative or test procedural issue rather than a mechanical fault. This zero-advisory pass continues a clean run of results from 2022 through 2025, indicating a stable and well-maintained vehicle with no worsening mechanical trends. Mileage progression sits at roughly 6,800 miles per year, which is typical for a 14-year-old SUV. Between July 2023 (68,917 miles) and July 2024 (82,394 miles) the car covered about 13,500 miles, followed by nearly 13,000 miles in the following year up to the July 2025 test. That consistent yearly accumulation points to regular daily use rather than prolonged periods of standing, and it is not so high as to suggest abnormal wear on the drivetrain or suspension components. Because the MOT history is remarkably clean, there are no recurring faults or structural warnings to target for a pre-purchase inspection. That said, a vehicle of this age with roughly 95,000 miles will have naturally aged consumables. I would advise checking the condition of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for corrosion or wear, along with a visual check of the underside for any structural rust, even though none has been flagged. The MOT being only a month old at the time of writing offers reasonable confidence in the car’s immediate roadworthiness, but a private inspection of these high-wear areas remains a sensible step.