2010 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · SW60 DPU

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, showing a consistent maintenance trend over the last several years. The most recent inspection conducted in April 2024 at 133,309 miles passed with no defects or advisories, indicating that the mechanical and safety components met the required standard at that time. While a failure was recorded in March 2023, the immediate pass on the same day suggests the owner was proactive in rectifying the issues identified by the tester. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,300 miles per year. Between October 2020 and April 2024, the Astra covered 13,486 miles, representing a steady and moderate usage rate. There are no significant gaps in mileage accumulation or long periods of inactivity that would suggest the car sat stationary for years. This low-mileage profile generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though it can sometimes lead to the degradation of age-related items such as suspension bushings and rubber seals. Given the clean results of the most recent tests, a buyer should focus their physical inspection on common structural integrity points for an Astra of this era. Although the record shows no recent failures, the age of the vehicle necessitates a check for corrosion on sills, wheel arches, and exhaust mounting points. You should also verify the condition of the brake discs for pitting and check the suspension play, as the MOT does not capture the gradual wear of these consumables. The lack of advisories in the last two tests suggests the vehicle has been well-maintained, but a manual inspection of the underbody remains essential to ensure no hidden rust is developing.