2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · MA12 OHD

The 2012 Vauxhall Astra presents a stable and clean maintenance trend, culminating in a pass at its most recent MOT on 14 April 2026 at 109,319 miles. The vehicle has consistently passed its annual inspections without any recorded mechanical defects, indicating a sound baseline of roadworthiness. A notable anomaly appears in the record from April 2026, where the car failed on 13 April at the exact same mileage with no defects recorded, only to pass the following day. This suggests an administrative or procedural issue rather than a sudden mechanical failure, as no specific faults were documented to justify the initial refusal. Accumulating roughly 7,808 miles per year, the mileage pattern aligns with light, typical usage for a vehicle of this age. Between the April 2024 test at 96,472 miles and the April 2025 test at 102,467 miles, the odometer advanced by 5,995 miles. The subsequent year saw a similar increment of 6,852 miles, reaching 109,319 miles by April 2026. This steady, low-mileage accumulation implies consistent short-to-medium distance driving rather than prolonged periods of standing or high-mileage motorway runs. Despite the clean MOT record, the absence of recorded defects does not negate the need for a physical inspection of aging components. A buyer should examine the structural integrity of the underbody for corrosion, a common affliction on vehicles of this vintage, paying close attention to suspension mounting points and brake lines. The suspension bushes and coil springs require scrutiny for deterioration typical of a 14-year-old chassis. Given the peculiar failure on 13 April 2026 with no accompanying defects, verifying the vehicle's service history and requesting clarification on that specific test is prudent to rule out any undocumented interim repairs.