2002 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · OW02 AEX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 27 October 2023 at 105,310 miles with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern where the car failed the initial test just two days prior but was rectified immediately to achieve passage. The lack of advisories across the last three successful tests suggests that the mechanical and structural components are currently functional, or that the owner is proactive in addressing minor issues before they escalate. The mileage profile is notably low for a twenty-four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,388 miles per year. Between October 2021 and October 2022, the car covered 3,223 miles, followed by another 4,216 miles in the following year. This low annual usage indicates the vehicle is used sparingly, which typically reduces the wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, long periods of inactivity common with vehicles of this age can sometimes lead to dry perish seals or the degradation of rubber-based components that mileage alone cannot reflect. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and floor pans, as Astra models of this era are prone to corrosion that may not always trigger a failure until significant. While the record is clean, the low mileage suggests that age-related decay of suspension bushes and tyres should be checked for hairline cracking. Given the age of the vehicle, verifying the condition of the brake lines and the state of the fluid is essential to ensure that infrequent use has not caused internal corrosion within the hydraulic system.