2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · MF13 HSY

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive prevention. The most recent test in January 2022 at 137,695 miles passed despite issues with front tyres reaching the legal limit and pitted rear brake discs. While the car has passed, the recurring nature of wear component failures suggests the owner only addressed mechanical issues when they threatened to cause an MOT failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per year. The record shows steady progression, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between December 2019 and December 2020, and another 8,100 miles between December 2020 and January 2022. However, there is a significant data gap as the last recorded MOT was over four years ago. This leaves the current state of the drivetrain and suspension components after 137,000+ miles unknown without a recent physical inspection. A buyer must personally inspect the braking system thoroughly, as the history shows a persistent pattern of pitting and scoring across all four axles between 2017 and 2022. The 2019 report of play in the offside front track rod end suggests that the steering and suspension components are prone to wear on this specific vehicle. Additionally, the oil leak noted in 2018 requires a close look at the engine bay to ensure it has not worsened into a significant leak, given the high mileage of the Astra.