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DY12 TXG

2012 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

149,159 mi
Last recorded149,159 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2024
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Astra67,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 TXG
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2024 149,159 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Possible rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2023 140,218 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Pass 14 Oct 2022 125,999 miles

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

Fail 14 Oct 2022 125,999 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 21 Oct 2021 111,333 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2021 111,333 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Oct 2020 98,994 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2019 88,249 miles

Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 76,594 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 64,434 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 52,052 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2016 50,901 miles

nearside rear tyre wear thin on inner edge

Pass 27 Jun 2015 40,784 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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DY12 TXG is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DY12 TXG, 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 DY12 TXG registered?

DY12 TXG is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 13 April 2012.

Is DY12 TXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY12 TXG shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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