2011 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · OV11 FAM

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness profile with a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in August 2023 at 186,591 miles, this followed a significant failure just three days prior at 186,575 miles. That failure revealed multiple critical issues, including a fractured rear coil spring, exhausted brake pads, and a damaged tyre, indicating that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when forced by the MOT tester rather than performing routine servicing between intervals. At 186,591 miles, this Astra has averaged a high mileage of approximately 12,400 miles per year over its lifespan. The record shows consistent use between 2020 and 2023, with the vehicle covering nearly 25,000 miles in that three-year period. However, there is a concerning gap in the data since August 2023. Given the current date in June 2026, the vehicle is now nearly three years without a recorded inspection, significantly increasing the risk of undetected mechanical degradation or safety failures. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension, as the record flagged worn suspension arm bushes in both July 2023 and August 2023. These components are under constant stress at high mileage and likely affect handling and uneven tyre wear. The history of thin brake pads and tyres consistently reaching the legal limit suggests a pattern of neglect regarding consumable items. Particular attention should be paid to the corrosion on the chassis and the integrity of the exhaust system, as high-mileage vehicles of this age often suffer structural rot that MOT records cannot capture.