2015 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · SD65 ABU

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness status due to significant inconsistencies in the recent testing history. While the most recent test on 8 November 2025 at 88,084 miles resulted in a failure with no recorded defects, this suggests an administrative anomaly or a re-test that lacked detailed diagnostic reporting. The record from 30 July 2024 at 81,642 miles shows a vehicle that failed and then passed on the same day without listed faults, indicating a mechanical issue was addressed immediately but poorly documented by the tester. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical annual use for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per annum. Between August 2022 at 57,071 miles and August 2023 at 69,662 miles, the Astra covered over 12,000 miles, while the subsequent steady accumulation suggests the car has not suffered from long periods of stagnation. However, the gap between the 2025 and current tests shows a drop in usage frequency which can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and suspension bushings despite the low overall mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry, as the record lacks specific advisories regarding wear or corrosion. The unexplained failures in 2024 and 2025 necessitate checking for binding calipers, shock absorbers, or leaking dampers that may have caused the initial rejections. Focus specifically on the structural integrity of the sills and rear subframe, as Vauxhall models of this era are prone to surface rust that does not always manifest as an MOT failure until it becomes advanced.