2005 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · WN05 AEZ

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status with a stable maintenance trend over the last four years. The most recent test on 21 February 2025 at 114,112 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following an initial failure on the same day that was immediately rectified. This suggests a minor issue was addressed quickly to meet the testing standards, and the vehicle has since maintained a clean record without advisories or failures in subsequent inspections. The mileage profile is notably low for a 21-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,400 miles per annum. Between March 2022 and February 2025, the car covered 15,744 miles, showing a consistent and modest usage pattern of roughly 5,200 miles per year. This low-frequency operation typically reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mileage examples of the same age. However, low mileage on an older Astra can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber-based components and seals due to inactivity, which the record does not reflect through mileage data alone. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the structural integrity of the chassis and suspension mounting, as older Vauxhall models are prone to corrosion in the sills and wheel arches. While the history is clean, the age of the vehicle necessitates a close check of control arm bushes and shock absorbers for cracking or perished. Given the low mileage, it is also vital to inspect the brake discs for pitting or seizing, as these can occur when a vehicle sits for long periods between uses.