2015 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · MM02 ANY

The most recent test on 2026‑02‑16 resulted in a failure because the offside front tyre showed ply or cords exposed, rendering the vehicle not roadworthy until the tyre is replaced; the earlier pass on the same day indicates no other defects were recorded, but the failure signals a recent mechanical issue rather than a stable condition. The maintenance trend is mixed, with recurring suspension spring fractures in 2025 and persistent tyre wear throughout the history, suggesting that the vehicle has not been consistently cared for and the trend is not improving. The mileage pattern aligns with typical usage for a 11‑year‑old car, averaging about 10,150 miles per year, yet there are notable gaps: the jump from 55,828 miles in March 2020 to 61,314 miles in March 2021 represents a 5,486‑mile increase in a single year, and the leap from 100,647 miles in February 2025 to 111,648 miles in February 2026 shows an additional 11,001 miles accumulated in one year, indicating periods of heavy use or extended standing followed by rapid mileage gain. A buyer should inspect the rear coil springs for cracks or fatigue, given the two documented fractures in 2025, and examine the condition of the suspension bushes and mounting points for wear or corrosion. The history of imbalanced rear brakes (34% in 2020) and worn, pitted brake discs (2018) demands a thorough check of brake pad thickness, disc surface quality, and caliper operation to assess safety risk. Repeated tyre wear with exposed cords on the offside front tyre in the latest test also warrants a detailed assessment of tyre tread depth, sidewall condition, and wheel alignment. Overall, the vehicle’s roadworthiness hinges on addressing the known suspension and brake deficiencies and replacing the compromised tyre, as these recurring faults point to underlying mechanical wear that could compromise safety if left un remedied.