2011 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · VU61 LBG

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status having passed its most recent MOT on 19 February 2026 at 127,268 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a consistent pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. In both February 2025 and February 2026, the Astra failed the initial test but passed on the same day. This suggests that the previous owner addresses specific mechanical faults only when prompted by a test failure rather than performing preventative maintenance on a proactive schedule. The mileage accumulation is consistent with typical usage for a 15-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. The car travelled from 118,812 miles in February 2024 to 122,691 miles in February 2025, representing a run of 3,879 miles in that period. Another 4,577 miles were covered before the February 2026 test. This steady but moderate mileage indicates regular road use which generally helps prevent the seizing of stationary brake components and rubber seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on what likely caused the recurring failures in 2025 and 2026. Since no specific defects were listed in the provided history, the issues likely involved minor consumable items such as bulbs, wiper blades, or slight brake adjustment requirements. Given the age of the vehicle, a thorough check for structural integrity and corrosion on the sills and mounting points is essential. You should also inspect suspension bushes and coil springs for wear, as these components often degrade at this mileage bracket and age.