2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · SD62 EJO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass in September 2025 at 102,490 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a pattern of reactive repair rather than proactive care. The most recent test resulted in a failure due to critical safety defects, including a worn nearside front suspension ball joint, a leaking nearside rear brake hose, and a binding offside rear brake. While these issues were rectified to achieve the pass, the history indicates the owner only addressed mechanical faults once they reached the point of an MOT failure. At 102,490 miles over 14 years, the Astra averages approximately 7,300 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage accumulation is consistent annually, with roughly 6,600 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests and another 6,100 miles between 2023 and 2024. This steady usage suggests the car has not sat stationary for long periods, which helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and brake seals. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear subframe, as the record flags a worn pin or bush in both 2023 and 2024. This recurring advisory suggests potential structural corrosion or bushing fatigue that may not be fully resolved. Particular attention should also be paid to the braking system; check for any residual fluid around the rear brake hose connections identified in the 2025 failure. Given the previous history of binding calipers and thin pads, verifying the current condition of the discs and the movement of the caliper pistons is essential to ensure no new faults have developed.