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DY12 UUE

2012 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

69,564 mi
Last recorded69,564 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Astra67,799 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 UUE
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 69,564 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 62,219 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2023 57,286 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2022 54,613 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 12 Oct 2022 54,613 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 52,174 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 49,534 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

some engine and under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some engine and under body components

Pass 24 Apr 2020 48,513 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 44,827 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

some engine/under body covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some engine/ under body components

Pass 16 Mar 2018 39,964 miles

Both front tyres worn on edges and cracking

Engine cover fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 17 Mar 2017 35,519 miles

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

both front tyres have age related cracks in treads

Pass 18 Mar 2016 31,199 miles

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

age related cracks in all four road tyres

Pass 27 Mar 2015 26,586 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 UUE is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 UUE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY12 UUE registered?

DY12 UUE is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 March 2012.

Is DY12 UUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY12 UUE shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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