2011 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Diesel · SW61 FFA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a history of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 90,986 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior. The maintenance trend appears unstable, as the owner consistently only addresses critical defects after they result in an MOT failure. The presence of mismatched tyre sizes and worn suspension bushes in the latest pass record suggests a lack of attention to basic vehicle upkeep and safety standards. At 90,986 miles, the Astra has averaged approximately 6,000 miles per year over its fifteen-year life, which is consistent with low-useage patterns. The mileage accumulation is steady, with roughly 6,400 miles covered between July 2023 and July 2024, and another 6,300 miles in the following year. This low mileage suggests the drivetrain has not been under extreme stress, but the age of the vehicle means that rubber components and metalwork are susceptible to degradation and corrosion regardless of the distance. A buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the tester flagged worn arm pins and bushes on both the nearside and offside front in July 2025. These issues were noted during the previous failure, indicating ongoing wear in the assembly. Furthermore, the damage to the nearside front sill caused by an incorrect jack position requires a physical inspection to ensure the structural integrity of the chassis has not been compromised or covered over with poorly executed repairs. The braking system shows a history of concern. In July 2023, the car failed for low brake efficiency and an inoperative parking brake, while the July 2024 test identified slight corrosion on a rear brake hose and corroded fuel filler pipes. The buyer should verify that the brake lines have been replaced or treated and that the system is free of significant structural rust. The recurring failures for tyre tread depth across multiple years further indicate that the owner ignores consumable items until they become legal liabilities.