2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.0L Petrol · YC66 RBV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a clean pass in October 2025 at 93,756 miles. However, the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than proactive care. The failure in September 2025, just one mile prior to the previous test, revealed rear brake pads worn to the wear indicator and worn discs. This pattern of failure suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT certificate, rather than performing scheduled servicing between intervals. The mileage profile is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,400 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with 11,041 miles covered between October 2023 and September 2024, and another 10,753 miles covered in the following year. This regular use generally suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary, which can lead to brake seizing or fluid degradation, though the 93,000-mile mark marks a period where major components approach the end of their typical service life. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system due to recurring issues with pitted and scored discs noted in 2023 and 2025. The engine oil leak recorded in 2024 at 83,003 miles requires close monitoring to ensure it has not worsened into a significant gasket failure. Additionally, the previous failures regarding headlamp aim and windscreen damage indicate that minor electrical and glass defects were previously overlooked, necessitating a check for new cracks or misaligned bulbs that have emerged since the last test.