2013 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Petrol · W6 GSK

The vehicle currently presents as roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in November 2025 at 79,824 miles with no recorded defects. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the history reveals a recurring pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the most recent test was clean, the previous 2024 inspection highlighted multiple failures across the suspension and braking systems, indicating that components are only addressed once they reach a failure threshold. The usage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's thirteen-year age, averaging approximately 6,140 miles per year. The data shows steady accumulation without significant gaps, moving from 23,804 miles in 2016 to 79,824 miles in late 2025. This low annual mileage suggests the car was likely used for short trips, which can sometimes lead to the premature degradation of rubber-based components and seals, as seen with the corrosion on the coil springs noted in 2024. A prospective buyer should conduct a close inspection of the rear suspension, as the 2024 test flagged corrosion on both the nearside and offside rear coil springs. Although these were not noted as failures at the 2025 test, structural corrosion on spring components often progresses rapidly. The braking system shows a persistent history of thin pads, with defects flagged in various tests across 2016, 2021, and 2022, necessitating a thorough check of current pad thickness and disc condition for scoring or uneven wear. The tyre pressure monitoring system has been a recurring issue, failing in both 2017 and 2021 and remaining as an advisory in 2024. The buyer must verify that this system is now functional without warning lights. Additionally, the frequent reports of inner-edge wear on front tyres between 2019 and 2024 suggest potential alignment issues or worn bushings that should be inspected to prevent premature tyre replacement.