2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · SP63 TKF

The vehicle presents a fluctuating maintenance history that suggests a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its latest test in July 2025 at 73,423 miles, this followed a comprehensive failure just one day prior. That failure revealed multiple critical safety issues including inoperative parking brakes, brake brake imbalance, and fractured suspension. The trend remains unstable, as the owner only appears to address mechanical faults when forced by an MOT failure, leaving the car operating with known minor leaks and component defects between testing intervals. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 73,423 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. This low usage often correlates with age-related degradation of rubber components, which is evident in the record. In June 2023, the tester flagged rear tyres for perishing and cracking, a classic sign of a vehicle sitting for long periods. The gap of 10,556 miles covered between June 2024 and July 2025 shows consistent recent use, but does not offset the underlying age of the mechanical components. A buyer must closely inspect the suspension and braking systems. The offside rear coil spring failed in 2025 after a similar nearside failure occurred in 2023, suggesting the springs are reaching the end of their service life. The 2025 failure regarding pitted front brake discs and imbalanced calipers indicates the braking system has suffered uneven wear or neglected maintenance. Additionally, the coolant leak noted in July 2025 requires physical verification to ensure the cooling system has been properly sealed, as the minor exhaust leak remains as an advisory, indicating the exhaust system is not fully pristine.