2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · MH65 JZR

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass on 13 March 2026 at 97,171 miles which showed no recorded defects. This indicates that the Astra is currently maintained to a standard that meets legal safety requirements. While a failure occurred in March 2024, the subsequent two passes without advisories suggest that any issues identified at that time were addressed effectively by the owner. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 9,700 miles per year. Between March 2023 and March 2025, the car covered 20,257 miles, showing a steady rate of use. The jump of 8,899 miles between the March 2025 and March 2026 tests follows this trend perfectly. This regularity suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to long periods of standing, which can often lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and fluid contamination. Given the clean records in the last three tests, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that age as the vehicle nears the 100,000-mile mark. Inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of wear or tearing, as these often begin to fail at this mileage regardless of clean MOT history. Check the braking system for uneven pad wear or thinning discs, as the MOT does not always catch minor binding issues. A visual check of the chassis for corrosion along the sills and wheel arches is also prudent to ensure structural integrity remains sound as the vehicle enters its second decade of service.