2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · W89 OSK

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by the most recent MOT pass in April 2026 at 66,837 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears reactive but effective, as the owner consistently addressed mechanical failures to secure subsequent passes. While the history shows instances of intermittent issues related to braking and suspension, the clean sheet from the last three tests suggests that the vehicle is currently maintained to a functional standard. At 13 years old, the recorded mileage of 66,837 miles averages approximately 5,141 miles per year. This low annual usage typically implies less strain on the engine and drivetrain components. The data shows a consistent usage pattern with annual intervals of between 2,500 and 3,000 miles in recent years. However, low-mileage vehicles sometimes lead to accelerated degradation of rubber-based components, such as bushes and seals, which aligns with some of the structural failures like coil springs and tyre wear seen in the vehicle's past. A buyer should pay close attention to the rear braking system and suspension geometry given the recurring faults noted. The tester flagged a fractured nearside rear coil spring in 2023 and poor parking brake efficiency in 2025, while pitted and scored rear discs were identified in 2024. A physical inspection should verify that the rear calipers are not binding and that the handbrake mechanism remains fully tensioned. Additionally, the historical record of tyres wearing on inside edges in 2016 suggests a potential for alignment issues, which should be checked to prevent premature wear on new tyres.