2007 Vauxhall Vectra 2.8L Petrol · SA07 ADZ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance history shows a worsening trend regarding degradation in the suspension and braking systems. The most recent test in September 2025 at 150,062 miles identified corrosion on both the offside front and rear coil springs, along with an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit. This follows a clean pass in 2024, but the recurrence of spring-related issues suggests that the suspension components are reaching terminal fatigue due to age and environmental exposure. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's 19-year age, averaging approximately 7,900 miles per year. There is a steady accumulation of mileage, moving from 116,892 miles in 2020 to 150,062 miles in 2025, representing an average increase of roughly 6,600 miles annually. This regularity suggests the car has been used consistently rather than sitting for long periods, which explains the gradual wear and tear on rubber components and metalwork seen throughout the record history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system, as the record shows persistent issues with brake pipe corrosion dating back to 2017. The tester flagged corroded pipes in 2019 and 2020, and noted imbalanced rear brakes in 2017. Attention should also be paid to the shock absorbers, which showed oil misting in 2019 and 2023, indicating seal failure. Given the history of corroded coil springs, the structural integrity of the mounting points and subframes should be checked to ensure no deep structural rust has progressed beyond surface level.