2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · SM07 TCU

This Vauxhall Astra presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean record of recent inspections. The most recent test on 14 April 2025 at 107,022 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes over the last three years, suggesting the vehicle is currently maintained to a standard that meets minimum legal requirements. The mileage is notably low for a nineteen year old vehicle, averaging roughly 5,633 miles per year. The distance covered between the March 2023 test at 105,508 miles and the April 2025 test at 107,022 miles is only 1,514 miles. This indicates the car has spent significant periods stationary or has been used very sparingly over the last two years. Low usage often masks underlying issues that only surface during regular driving. A buyer should specifically check for perished rubber components, such as suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, which can crack due to age regardless of mileage. The lack of recorded defects is positive, but the low annual mileage increases the risk of seized brake calipers or degraded engine seals. Given the age of the chassis, a physical inspection should focus on structural corrosion, particularly around the sills and suspension mounting points. While the MOT history shows no flagged failures for rust, these areas often deteriorate invisibly until they become critical failures. Checking the fluid condition and ensuring the battery is healthy will confirm if the vehicle has been properly preserved during its periods of inactivity.