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2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · EN61 AAV

EN61 AAV

2012 Vauxhall Astra (1.4L, petrol). First registered 15 Feb 2012. Recorded mileage 106,931 miles. MOT expired on 23 Jun 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin
2012 · Chelmsford
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 23 Jun 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
106,931 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
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Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

Action Required

Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 23 Jun 2025
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1398cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on three consecutive clean passes over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted on 24 June 2024 at 106,931 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the previous owner maintained the car to a standard that satisfied regulatory requirements. This trend of clean records suggests no immediate mechanical failures or structural weaknesses identified during the official testing periods. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical annual usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year. There is a notable gap of 18,892 miles between the May 2022 test at 83,276 miles and the June 2023 test at 102,168 miles, followed by a more modest increase of 4,763 miles leading into the 2024 inspection. This data suggests the car was used regularly rather than left stationary for long periods, which often helps prevent the degradation of rubber components and the seizing of braking components. While the MOT history shows no recorded advisories or past faults, a physical inspection should focus on common wear points for a Vauxhall Astra of this era. Given the vehicle has surpassed 100,000 miles, the buyer should verify the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these often perish without failing an MOT immediately. A close check for developing surface corrosion on the sills and rear brake arches is also necessary, as the MOT does not detect surface rust until it reaches a structural integrity threshold.

EN61 AAV Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 24/06/2024
  • 106,931 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
50
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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EN61 AAV Mileage History

  1. 30/05/202283,276 mi
  2. 02/06/2023102,168 mi+18,892 mi
  3. 24/06/2024106,931 mi+4,763 mi

Average of roughly 11,424 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

EN61 AAV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 26 Sept 2026, 07:12
MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Vauxhall Astra (EN61 AAV) between May 2022 and June 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 5 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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ADVISORY