2021 Vauxhall Astra 1.2L Petrol · RO21 UBK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in March 2026 at 42,047 miles. The maintenance trend shows a stable but reactive pattern, where minor defects are addressed only as they approach the failure threshold. While the car consistently passes its tests, the recurring nature of certain component advisories suggests that the owner prioritises meeting the minimum legal requirements rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a five-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,400 miles per year. Between the March 2024 test at 24,304 miles and the March 2025 test at 33,006 miles, the car covered 8,702 miles, followed by another 9,041 miles leading up to the 2026 inspection. This steady usage profile indicates typical suburban driving, which generally results in predictable wear patterns on the drivetrain and braking systems. A buyer should pay close attention to the braking system and tyres during a physical inspection. The record flags thin front brake pads in 2025 and thin rear pads in both 2024 and 2025, indicating the braking components are reaching the end of their service life. Furthermore, the nearside rear tyre has been flagged for cracking or perishing across consecutive tests in 2025 and 2026. This suggests the rubber is degrading due to age or environmental exposure rather than tread wear, necessitating a thorough check of the sidewalls for structural integrity to prevent a blowout blowout.