2015 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · PY15 KWA

The Vauxhall Astra has maintained a clean MOT record in its most recent tests, with the July 2025 inspection at 69,113 miles showing no defects whatsoever—a positive indicator of stable roadworthiness. The only recorded issues occurred in July 2024, when the tester flagged both front inner tyres as worn close to the legal limit and exhibiting uneven edge wear. This was an isolated instance, as neither the November 2022 nor the July 2023 tests raised any concerns. The absence of advisories or failures in the past year suggests the vehicle has either been well-maintained or, at the very least, not subjected to conditions that would accelerate component degradation. The mileage accumulation aligns closely with typical expectations for a vehicle of this age, averaging around 6,283 miles per year over its 11-year lifespan. The most recent MOT in July 2025 confirms the odometer reading at 69,113 miles, while the previous test in July 2024 showed 63,086 miles—a span of roughly 6,027 miles in 12 months, consistent with the long-term average. The gap between the November 2022 test (56,701 miles) and the July 2023 test (57,219 miles) is unusually short in mileage terms (just 518 miles over eight months), which may indicate a period of reduced use or an error in recording. Otherwise, the data suggests the car has been driven regularly without excessive strain. For a prospective buyer, the primary focus should be the front inner tyres, given their history of near-legal tread depth in 2024. Uneven wear can point to alignment issues or suspension wear, so inspecting the front suspension bushes, coil springs, and steering geometry is advisable. The rear brakes were not flagged, but given the binding advisories in past tests (not shown here), a closer check of the rear brake calipers and discs is prudent. Structural integrity appears sound, though a thorough examination of the wheel arches, sills, and underbody for corrosion—particularly in a 2015 model—would be wise, as rust can compromise safety without immediate MOT consequences. The clean recent MOTs reduce immediate concerns, but the tyres’ past performance suggests basic maintenance may have been overlooked.