2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · WV16 CVG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a pattern of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in November 2025 at 78,073 miles resulted in a failure due to damaged body panels and protruding door mirrors that posed a potential injury risk. This was rectified immediately as the vehicle subsequently passed with no further defects. While the overall trend appears stable, the recurring flagging of brake components suggests that parts are only replaced once they reach inspection thresholds. At 78,073 miles over ten years, the Astra has averaged approximately 7,800 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent use, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between February 2024 and December 2024, and another 7,000 miles by November 2025. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stagnation, which can often lead to accelerated degradation of rubber components and internal corrosion in braking systems. A buyer should focus specifically on the braking system, as the record shows pitted and scored discs on both axles in 2023 and 2024, followed by thin rear pads in late 2024. This sequence indicates the owner allows components to wear to the end of their functional life before intervening. Additionally, the previously noted AC pump leak from early 2023 should be verified to ensure the compressor has been replaced or the system is not currently losing refrigerant. Given the bodywork damage that caused the 2025 failure, a close physical inspection of the front wings and mirror mounts is necessary to ensure no underlying structural damage or corrosion remains from the impact.