2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · MJ10 KXH

The most recent MOT certificate expired in September 2023, creating a nearly three-year compliance gap as of June 2026. Historical records demonstrate a resolving maintenance trend, as the owner addressed mechanical failures on the same day during both the 2021 and 2022 test cycles. The September 2023 pass at 91,773 miles recorded only a minor oil leak advisory, suggesting the car was mechanically sound at that point, though the current lack of a valid test invalidates its roadworthiness status. Recorded mileage indicates a shift towards higher usage in recent years compared to the vehicle's lifetime average. The odometer rose from 72,605 miles in September 2021 to 91,773 miles by September 2023, accumulating nearly 20,000 miles in that two-year window. This recent activity suggests the car has been actively driven rather than stored, placing greater demand on consumables and drivetrain components. A pre-purchase inspection should focus on the front suspension and steering assembly. The tester flagged excessively worn anti-roll bar linkage ball joints and a leaking power steering pump in September 2022, which required immediate rectification. Rear axle integrity also warrants a close physical check, following the 2021 identification of excessively worn swivel pins and bushes alongside pitted brake discs. Given the additional mileage accrued since the last inspection, the rear shock absorbers previously noted for light misting may now require full replacement.