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AV62 OSW

2012 Vauxhall Astra

Grey Diesel 1956cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,802 mi
Last recorded95,802 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Astra67,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV62 OSW
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,956cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 95,802 miles

Brake cable damaged but not to excess Both Rears (1.1.15 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both Rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Near Limit and Worn on Inner Edge/Tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread Near Limit and Worn on Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both Pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2024 90,703 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 85,514 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth Worn/Split (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Stepped/Worn on Both Edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking Condition (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 80,542 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 76,550 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 74,296 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 71,687 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 64,495 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2018 64,468 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Dec 2017 57,465 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 50,943 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin FRONTS (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin REARS (3.5.1g)

Engine cover and under tray fitted

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 42,016 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Astra?

Based on 25,288,868 MOT tests across 2,125,241 vehicles.

71.9%
Pass Rate
6,421
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,125,241
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,048,496
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 953,502
coil spring broken 442,020
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 393,418
position lamp(s) not working 393,186
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AV62 OSW is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra in Grey with a 1,956cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall Astra models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.2% with a typical mileage of 67,799 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Astra fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,048,496 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV62 OSW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Astra typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 14 years old, this Vauxhall Astra is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AV62 OSW registered?

AV62 OSW is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 28 November 2012.

Is AV62 OSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV62 OSW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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