2017 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · YC17 YCY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach. While it passed its latest test on 10 June 2026 at 105,255 miles, it failed just nine days prior due to an inoperative registration plate lamp and a worn offside front tyre. This pattern suggests the owner only addresses defects once a formal inspection fails, rather than performing routine pre-test checks. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,700 miles per year. There is a significant jump of 15,468 miles recorded between July 2025 (89,787 miles) and June 2026 (105,255 miles), representing a period of higher usage compared to previous years. Conversely, the gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests shows 14,119 miles, indicating a steady driving habit that places typical wear on the drivetrain and suspension components. A buyer must scrutinize the electronic parking brake system, which was flagged as defective in both 2023 at 72,903 miles and 2024 at 87,022 miles. Despite passing after these entries, the recurring fault suggests a persistent electronic or mechanical issue that was never fully rectified. The offside rear shocker mount failure in 2024 also warrants a physical inspection to ensure no further degradation has occurred in the rear suspension assembly, especially given the tyre perishing noted in 2024 and the uneven wear on the front offside tyre in 2026 which may indicate an alignment issue.