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GL12 DFU

2012 Vauxhall Antara

White Diesel 2231cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

73,362 mi
Last recorded73,362 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2012 Vauxhall Antara61,996 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL12 DFU
MakeVauxhall
ModelAntara
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,231cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 73,362 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jul 2025 73,362 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2024 65,412 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2024 65,412 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jul 2023 58,587 miles

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

Nearside Front wiper too long but clears screen efficiently.

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

Fail 8 Jul 2023 58,587 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front wiper too long but clears screen efficiently.

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jul 2022 52,917 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 48,291 miles

CHIP IN WINDSCREEN SWEAPT AREA

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 44,201 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 40,879 miles

Chip in Windscreen within Swept Area

Fail 27 Jun 2019 40,877 miles

Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))

Chip in Windscreen within swept area

Pass 5 Jul 2018 36,419 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2017 30,641 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 25,516 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 19,620 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Antara?

Based on 362,535 MOT tests across 26,838 vehicles.

72.8%
Pass Rate
6,611
Miles/Year
19
Year Lifespan
26,838
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

position lamp(s) not working 3,890
Registration plate lamp not working 3,438
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,940
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,940
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GL12 DFU is a 2012 Vauxhall Antara in White with a 2,231cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Vauxhall Antara models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 61,996 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Antara fails its MOT is position lamp(s) not working, accounting for 3,890 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL12 DFU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Antara typically stays on UK roads for around 19 years. At 14 years old, this Vauxhall Antara is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GL12 DFU registered?

GL12 DFU is a 2012 Vauxhall Antara, first registered on 6 July 2012.

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