2011 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · MK11 TXU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. The most recent test in June 2025 at 160,407 miles passed with advisories for a binding offside rear brake and a pitted disc, alongside a minor oil leak. While the car passed, the recurring nature of brake-related defects across multiple years suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure or trigger an MOT advisory. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a fifteen-year-old Vauxhall Astra, averaging approximately 10,700 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with 7,004 miles covered between June 2023 and June 2024, and another 6,408 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. This regular interval indicates consistent vehicle use, though the failure in June 2024 at 153,982 miles due to bald tyres highlights a lapse in monitoring basic consumable wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and the engine bay. The history shows a persistent issue with worn and pitted discs, specifically failing in 2023 for thin pads and discs, and then returning as a binding and pitted condition in 2025. The binding offside rear caliper requires investigation for a seized piston or sticking slider to prevent further uneven wear. Additionally, the oil leak noted in June 2025 needs a visual check to determine if it is a minor gasket leak or a more significant seal failure that could lead to oil starvation over time.