2013 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Diesel · PJ62 PJO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift towards increasing mechanical wear as components age. While the most recent test in September 2025 at 114,742 miles passed, it identified multiple defects in the front suspension, including play in the anti-roll bar linkage and worn suspension arm bushes. This represents a progression from the clean records seen in earlier years, indicating that rubber and joints are now reaching the end of their functional life. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 8,800 miles per year over the last fourteen-year period. There is a steady accumulation of mileage, most notably the 17,000 miles covered between September 2022 and September 2023, and another 17,400 miles in the following year. This regular usage suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which generally prevents fluid degradation, though the total of 114,742 miles correlates with the observed wear on the braking system and suspension assembly. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the tester has flagged recurring issues with bushes and linkages. The 2024 advisory regarding thin brake pads and the 2023 note on worn discs suggest the braking system is nearing or has recently undergone a major service interval. Particular attention must be paid to the front tyres, which were noted at the legal limit in the 2025 test with uneven wear patterns that may indicate an alignment issue or worn dampers. Additionally, the rear should be checked for corrosion, as the 2024 records highlighted a corroded nearside coil spring that must be monitored for structural integrity.