2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.9L Diesel · NA07 GAZ

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 15 March 2026 at 119,687 miles, though it had failed an earlier test on the same date due to a faulty offside rear registration plate lamp, which remained recorded as a minor defect at the retest. This same lamp fault had also appeared as a minor issue at the March 2024 failure, suggesting a recurring electrical niggle rather than a one-off. The overall pattern across the three available tests in 2024, 2025, and 2026 shows a broadly stable outcome with no major mechanical failures, but a steadily accumulating list of advisories that points to an ageing chassis nearing the point where several under-bonnet and under-car components will require attention. Annual mileage averages around 6,300 miles, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and implies moderate rather than heavy use. The recorded mileages in the history show progression from the March 2024 tests through to the current 2026 reading, with no significant gaps or anomalous jumps that would suggest clock irregularities or long periods off the road. The relatively modest annual use does, however, mean that corrosion-related deterioration rather than wear from high mileage is the dominant factor in the advisory list, particularly given the vehicle's age and likely exposure to winter road conditions. The advisories across the three recorded tests form a consistent picture of rear-end deterioration. Coil spring corrosion was noted on both sides in 2025 and on the nearside rear in 2024, now joined by light oil misting from both rear shock absorbers at the 2026 test. Rear brake pipe corrosion was flagged in 2025, and rear brake disc pitting or scoring appeared in 2024, while front disc scoring has now been added in 2026. Steering rack inner joint play and nearside front lower suspension ball joint play were both noted in 2024 and 2025 respectively, alongside worn front suspension arm pins or bushes, indicating the front-end geometry components are also showing their age. A buyer should personally inspect the underside for any progression in rust on the rear brake pipes, coil springs, and floorpan, check for seepage from the rear shock absorbers, and have the steering rack play and front suspension bushes evaluated, as these advisories are likely to develop into failures if left unaddressed. Editorial insight: buying_score 52, risk_level Medium. The record contains no outright mechanical failures but reveals a pattern of progressively worsening advisories concentrated around the rear suspension, brakes, and underbody corrosion. The vehicle remains roadworthy for now, though prospective buyers should budget for imminent attention to these flagged areas.