2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · WM08 CGG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs. While it passed its latest test in November 2025 at 119,595 miles, this followed a failure just six days prior at 119,556 miles. The failure revealed a critical nearside front tyre and a minor exhaust leak at the back box. This pattern suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when necessitated by an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance on wearing components. At 119,595 miles, the Astra has averaged approximately 6,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for an 18-year-old vehicle. The record shows consistent intervals between tests, with roughly 5,000 miles covered between July 2023 and October 2024, and another 5,000 miles between October 2024 and October 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the car does not sit for long periods, which generally prevents moisture-related degradation of rubber components and seals. A buyer should specifically inspect the exhaust system for further degradation, as the back box leak noted in both October 2025 and November 2025 indicates a persistent issue or thinning metal. The recurring oil leak flagged in both 2023 and 2024 requires a close inspection of the engine sump and gaskets to determine if it is a minor seep or a more significant seal failure. Additionally, given the corroded offside rear coil spring identified in 2022, a thorough check of the remaining suspension geometry and mounting points is necessary to ensure rust has not compromised the structural integrity of the chassis.