2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · SC62 WGZ

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status with an improving maintenance trend following a period of instability. The most recent MOT conducted in March 2024 at 140,655 miles passed with no recorded defects, indicating that the mechanical and safety components met standards at that time. This follows a difficult period in February 2023 where the car failed two tests before successfully passing, suggesting that the owner took necessary action to rectify the identified faults. The recorded mileage of 140,655 miles over 13 years averages to approximately 10,820 miles per annum, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with a 9,002-mile gap between February 2022 and February 2023, and another 3,705 miles covered between February 2023 and March 2024. This regular interval suggests the car has been used consistently rather than left sitting for long periods, which generally helps prevent internal corrosion and the degradation of rubber components. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components that caused the double failure in early 2023, although the specific reasons are not detailed in the summary record. Given the age and mileage, a thorough check of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and wish arms is essential as these are common points of wear on the Astra. The braking system should also be inspected for signs of excessive corrosion on the discs or binding calipers, as the high mileage puts significant stress on the drivetrain and braking hardware.