2014 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · SY64 YBH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in September 2025 at 86,269 miles passed, yet it followed a significant failure just one week prior. That failure highlighted critical safety issues including a leaking fuel filler hose and both fractured or corroded rear coil springs. While these faults appear to have been rectified, the recurring nature of suspension defects suggests that components are only addressed once they reach a point of failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,200 miles per year. Between August 2022 at 70,628 miles and August 2024 at 81,224 miles, the car covered roughly 10,600 miles, indicating steady annual use. However, the low annual mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the perishing and cracking of tyres noted in 2023 and the persistent corrosion on the coil springs across a three-year period. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear suspension and fuel delivery system. The record shows a persistent history of corrosion on the rear coil springs dating back to 2023, which resulted in structural fractures by 2025; an inspector should check for further rust on adjacent mounting points or bolts. The fuel filler hose leak identified in 2025 also requires verification to ensure the repair was secure and that no secondary leaks are present elsewhere. Given the frequent advisories regarding tyres reaching the legal limit or showing damage, the current state of all rubber components should be evaluated for uneven wear and sidewall cracking.