2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · YA61 DWD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the clean results of the last three MOT tests. The most recent inspection conducted on 1 October 2021 at 163,797 miles passed with no defects recorded, indicating that the mechanical and safety components met the minimum standard at that time. However, because it has been nearly five years since the last recorded test, the vehicle is currently overdue for an MOT and its present state of roadworthiness cannot be verified without a fresh physical inspection. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,700 miles per annum. Between March 2018 at 133,657 miles and October 2021 at 163,797 miles, the car covered 30,140 miles, representing a steady usage pattern. A notable gap exists in 2019, where the vehicle failed a test at 149,422 miles but passed just two weeks later at 149,558 miles. This failure suggests a minor issue, such as a bulb replacement or a minor leak, which was addressed immediately rather than a systemic mechanical failure. Given the high mileage and the time elapsed since the last official check, a buyer must focus on wear-and-tear items associated with age and distance. The inspection should prioritise the condition of suspension rubberwork, coil springs, and links, which often perish at this mileage bracket. A close look at the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches is also vital, as Astra models of this era are prone to corrosion over long periods. Testing the braking system for seized calipers or excessively thin discs will ensure the vehicle has not suffered from neglect since the 2021 record.