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DY12 LHK

2012 Vauxhall Astra

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

134,040 mi
Last recorded134,040 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2024
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Astra67,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 LHK
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2024 134,040 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2022 132,011 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front sub frame corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working center brake light (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

fuel filler neck pipes corroded

fuel tank straps corroded

rear axle corroded

Pass 13 Oct 2021 126,633 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Oct 2021 126,631 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 120,622 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shocker corroded

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 Apr 2019 105,003 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DOWNPIPE FLEX (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 105,003 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases DOWNPIPE FLEX (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 98,446 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 76,229 miles

centre stop light inop

Fail 17 Mar 2017 75,843 miles

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

centre stop light inop

Pass 18 Mar 2016 53,938 miles

age cracks nsr tyre

osf tyre worn inner tread

Pass 27 Feb 2015 36,608 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

nail in nearside rear tyre (also cracked)

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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DY12 LHK is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY12 LHK, 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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DY12 LHK is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 19 March 2012.

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