2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · RJ09 VDX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent testing data. The latest MOT test conducted on 11 October 2025 at 114,200 miles passed with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a failure on 09 September 2025 at 113,929 miles, though the record indicates no specific defects for that failure, suggesting either an administrative error or a minor issue that was rectified immediately. Since the August 2022 test, the Astra has maintained a clean pass record, indicating a consistent level of mechanical upkeep. The mileage accumulation is remarkably consistent for a seventeen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per annum. Between August 2022 at 97,854 miles and August 2024 at 109,147 miles, the car covered 11,293 miles, which aligns with typical annual usage patterns. The recent 5,053 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests show the vehicle remains in regular use. This steady rate of mileage reduces the risk of seized components often associated with long periods of stationary, though the age of the vehicle means rubber and plastic components require scrutiny. While the history shows no recurring mechanical faults or structural failures, a physical inspection should focus on common age points for this generation of Vauxhall Astra. Examine the chassis for corrosion, particularly along the sills and rear mounting points, where rust often develops before it triggers an MOT failure. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for wear or cracking, as these components degrade over time regardless of low mileage. Given the lack of recorded advisories, the buyer should also verify the condition of the brake discs and pads to ensure no significant binding or thinning has occurred that the tester missed.