2009 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · WL58 FFA

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass on June 6, 2024, 75,653 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has consistently met the minimum standard after immediate rectification of previous failures. While the record shows failures in both 2023 and 2024, the subsequent passes indicate that the owner is proactive in addressing identified demerits rather than allowing mechanical or structural issues to persist. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 75,653 miles is significantly below the national average, averaging approximately 4,450 miles annually. The data shows consistent usage patterns, with 5,684 miles covered between May 2022 and May 2023, and another 6,468 miles between May 2023 and June 2024. This low mileage suggests limited wear on the drivetrain and engine components, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and dry spots that MOT tests might not capture. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension, as older Vauxhall models of this era are prone to corrosion in the sills and wheel arches. Given the low annual mileage, it is vital to check for seized brake calipers or rusted discs resulting from disuse. Because the MOT history does not list specific mechanical failure points for the previous tests, a thorough check of the suspension bushes and exhaust condition is necessary to ensure the low mileage has not masked underlying age-related material fatigue.