2013 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · YH13 FSF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 1 October 2025 at 128,142 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable despite a mechanical failure on that same day due to a fractured offside rear coil spring. Once this repair was addressed, the vehicle cleared the test with no further defects, suggesting that the owner is responsive to safety-critical failures when they are identified by the tester. At 128,142 miles over 13 years, the Astra averages approximately 9,857 miles per annum, which aligns closely with typical UK usage figures for a family car of this age. The record shows consistent usage patterns with roughly 8,458 miles driven between October 2024 and October 2025, and approximately 10,163 miles in the year-long period preceding that. This regular operation suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, which often helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals. A physical inspection should focus on the suspension geometry and tyre condition. The October 2022 test at 100,506 miles flagged multiple tyre issues, including perishing and uneven inner wear on the offside rear, which often indicates an alignment problem or worn shock absorbers. While the later tests showed no such defects, the broken coil spring in 2025 highlights a need to check the remaining de-stabiliser bars and rear suspension components for signs of stress or excessive play. Given the age, a thorough check of the chassis for structural corrosion on the mounting points is also necessary to ensure the structural integrity remains sound beyond what a standard MOT covers.