2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · SA13 YRY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful inspection in February 2026. The overall maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repairs where the owner addresses specific safety failures immediately after an MOT test. While the February 2026 test failed at 73,936 miles due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring and a failed central stop lamp, these were rectified within four days to achieve a pass with no further defects recorded. At 13 years old, this Vauxhall Astra has covered a relatively low mileage, averaging approximately 5,700 miles per year. This low usage profile is consistent across the records, with a gap of only 2,706 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and 2,287 miles thereafter. While low mileage often suggests less mechanical wear on the engine and drivetrain, it can also lead to the gradual degradation of rubber-based components and corrosion-related issues if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear suspension assembly due to the documented history of recurring coil spring failures. The offside rear spring failed in February 2025 at 71,655 miles, followed by the nearside failure just one year and 281 miles later at 73,936 miles. This sequence suggests a potential vulnerability in the springs or perhaps stress from uneven loading. An in-person inspection should verify the absence of excessive corrosion on the mounting points and the rear subframe to ensure that the low mileage has not masked underlying structural decay.