2015 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · SC65 ABU

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile based on the most recent MOT history. The March 2023 test at 125,343 miles returned a clean pass with no defects, suggesting the issues identified in previous years have been addressed. While the 2022 test flagged a front tyre worn close to the legal limit, the absence of any advisories or failures in the latest inspection indicates that the vehicle's immediate roadworthiness is currently sound. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical usage pattern for an eleven-year-old vehicle. The car has covered approximately 11,395 miles per year on average. The record shows steady progression, moving from 63,107 miles in November 2018 to 125,343 miles by March 2023. This steady increase suggests regular road use rather than long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate the risks of seized components or perished rubber seals often found in low-mileage, stationary vehicles. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the braking system and rear axle components. The February 2020 test highlighted several concerns, including pitted and scored brake discs on both the nearside and offside rear, alongside a parking brake efficiency of only 15%. Although the 2023 record shows no current faults, these recurring issues with brake disc condition and parking brake adjustment suggest that the braking hardware has undergone significant wear. I recommend a thorough check of the rear brake calipers for binding and an assessment of the handbrake cable tension and shoe condition. The 2022 inspection also noted a tyre worn on the edge, which can sometimes indicate underlying suspension geometry issues or worn bushes. Given the age of the vehicle and the mileage, a close examination of the front suspension components, including coil springs and control arm bushes, would be a prudent step to ensure no further alignment issues exist.