2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · SD09 KCC

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness status, with the maintenance history showing a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The latest test on 22 January 2024 at 191,982 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, which indicates a critical component failure that was addressed immediately to pass the test. While the car passed its December 2022 test, the recurring trend of failing immediately before a successful pass suggests that the owner only performs the minimum repairs necessary to keep the vehicle on the road. At 191,982 miles, this seventeen-year-old Astra has averaged approximately 11,300 miles per year, which aligns with standard national averages for a vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent usage over the years, with 12,201 miles covered between December 2021 and December 2022, and another 23,819 miles accumulated between December 2022 and January 2024. This recent mileage spike places significant strain on the drivetrain, suspension components, and braking system, which are likely nearing the end of their operational life. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on high-mileage wear that the MOT record does not detail. Given the history of failures, check for significant corrosion on the subframe and exhaust system, as are common on this Astra generation. You should also inspect the suspension bushes for perished rubber and check the brake caliper condition for binding or uneven wear. Because the record lacks any advisories in the passing tests, there is a high probability that minor mechanical issues are being ignored until they become a point of failure.