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DY12 XKN

2012 Vauxhall Astra

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2026
Tests11 (11 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

163,045 mi
Last recorded163,045 miles
Recorded on24 May 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Astra67,799 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY12 XKN
MakeVauxhall
ModelAstra
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass
Pass 24 May 2025 163,045 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Slight oil leak in the engine bay area

Pass 21 May 2024 141,724 miles

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Oil leak engine bay area

Stone chips windscreen

Pass 23 May 2023 127,707 miles

Both front tyres are more than half worn / getting low

Engine covers, under trays & sill covers are fitted thus not allowing full inspection

Slight oil leak in the engine bay area

Pass 9 Jun 2022 118,857 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 108,803 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 99,304 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 86,582 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 73,454 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 58,953 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 49,798 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 39,396 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 XKN is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XKN, 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 XKN registered?

DY12 XKN is a 2012 Vauxhall Astra, first registered on 30 April 2012.

Is DY12 XKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY12 XKN shows 11 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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