2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · NL07 AFN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a trend of clean passes over the last three years. Following a failure in December 2020 at 114,874 miles, the Astra secured three consecutive passes without recorded defects or advisories. The most recent test in November 2022 at 147,870 miles indicates that the mechanical and safety components met minimum standards at that time. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between December 2019 and December 2020, where the car covered over 16,000 miles in a short period. Since the final recorded test in 2022, the vehicle has not had a mileage Update in the DVSA database, suggesting a potential period of inactivity or limited use which may lead to age-related degradation of rubber-based components and fluids. Despite the clean recent history, a buyer must focus a physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframes, as Vauxhall models from this era are prone to significant corrosion corrosion. Given the high mileage and age, the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for perishing or fatigue. The braking system should also be evaluated for binding calipers or perished hoses, as the MOT history does not detail the specific condition of these components unless they fail the test.