2021 Vauxhall Astra 1.2L Petrol · WD21 DWC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on May 6, 2026, but the maintenance history shows a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent inspection resulted in a failure due to a broken offside front anti-roll bar linkage, which was rectified immediately to secure a pass. This indicates that the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they trigger an official MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative checks on suspension-related components. At 64,404 miles over five years, this Astra has covered approximately 12,900 miles per annum, which exceeds the UK average for a modern passenger car. The mileage accumulation is consistent, with roughly 13,000 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 14,000 miles recorded between May 2025 and May 2026. This high level of usage places significant stress on the suspension system, braking components, and drivetrain components compared to a lower-mileage vehicle. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension assembly, as the failure of the anti-roll bar linkage at 64,404 miles suggests that rubber bushes and ball joints are reaching their wear limit. The 2024 advisory regarding an offside rear tyre worn on the edge at 37,533 miles hints at potential alignment issues or uneven wear that was never addressed. Given the high mileage and the recent mechanical failure, checking the condition of the brake discs and the integrity of the shock absorbers is essential to ensure the high annual use has not led to accelerated degradation.