2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · ML58 MDY

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT data. The most recent test conducted on 30 December 2023 at 105,165 miles resulted in a clean pass with no defects recorded. This followed a failure exactly one day prior at just four miles lower, which suggests a minor administrative or trivial component issue that was rectified immediately. Since 2021, the car has maintained a consistent passing record without recurring mechanical failures. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle for its age, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. Between January 2021 and December 2023, the Astra covered 11,847 miles, showing a steady and predictable usage rate. The gap between the December 2022 and December 2023 tests is exactly one year, indicating the previous owner adhered to the standard annual testing schedule. This low mileage for a 17-year-old vehicle generally implies less strain on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to high-mileage counterparts. While the digital record is currently clean of historical advisories, a physical inspection should focus on common failure points for this generation of Astra. Given the age of the vehicle, the buyer should check for rubber degradation in suspension bushes and engine mounts which can perish regardless of mileage. One must also inspect the structural integrity of the sills and rear wheel arches for corrosion, as these areas are prone to rust on Vauxhall models of this era. Testing the brake system for seized calipers or pitted discs is also prudent to ensure low usage has not led to components seizing during long periods of standing.