2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · PY60 BTO

The vehicle currently presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 16 February 2026 at 112,417 miles which returned with no defects. This follows a consistent period of clean passes since a brief failure in early 2024. While the 2024 failure indicated a specific mechanical requirement, the subsequent pass just one week later suggests the owner was proactive in addressing the identified faults to return the car to legal standards. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between the August 2021 and the February 2024 tests, during which the car covered only 4,631 miles. Since that period, usage has increased to roughly 8,000 miles per annum. This shift suggests the vehicle may have transitioned from periods of standing to more regular daily use, which can sometimes accelerate the degradation of rubber components and fluids despite the relatively low overall mileage. Given the clean records in the last three tests, a physical inspection should focus on the typical structural vulnerabilities of the 2010 Astra. At 112,000 miles, the buyer must check for corrosion on the rear sills and suspension mounting points, as these areas are prone to structural rot on this model. Inspection of the suspension bushes and coil springs is also vital, as low mileage does not prevent rubber from perished or cracking over sixteen years. Checking the brake discs for pitting or seized calipers will ensure the lack of MOT advisories reflects actual mechanical health rather than a missed observation.