2015 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · OO64 MCD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in December 2025 at 61,420 miles passed with only an advisory for a non-excessive oil leak. This follows a significant failure in December 2024 where the car failed due to brake wear and lighting issues, suggesting that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they reach the point of legal failure. At 61,420 miles, this Astra has covered significantly less distance than the average vehicle of its age, averaging roughly five thousand miles per year. Between January 2023 (49,241 miles) and December 2025 (61,420 miles), the car covered over 12,000 miles. This low usage suggests light annual commuting, but long periods of standing can accelerate the degradation of rubber-based components and cause corrosion, which aligns with the pitting noted on the discs. A buyer must pay close attention to the recurring oil leak noted in both 2023 and 2025. While the tester classified this as non-excessive, the persistence over two years indicates a seal or gasket failure that will require monitoring to prevent future environmental contamination. The 2024 failure regarding offside front brake pads and discs on both sides shows that the braking system was run until critical limits. A physical inspection should verify that the current pads have sufficient thickness and that the calipers are not seizing. The 2023 advisory for a rear tyre worn to the legal limit suggests potential alignment issues or simply neglect of basic consumable replacement schedules. Given the low mileage, the buyer should also inspect the suspension bushes and sidewalls for dry rot or cracking, which often affect older vehicles that sit stationary. The offside front body damage recorded in 2023 should be checked to ensure no underlying structural corrosion has developed beyond the surface impact.