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VAUXHALL ASTRA2012 · 2.0L Diesel

FD12 ABZ

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2012 VAUXHALL ASTRA — Diesel, 1956cc. This vehicle has 61,214 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT
Valid
Expires 09/09/2026
Tax
No data
Fuel
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1956cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
This vehicle presents a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 2 September 2025 at 61,214 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to 2022, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard and is currently in a roadworthy state. The mileage is very low for a 2012 model, averaging roughly 4,372 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady over the last few years, growing from 45,263 miles in September 2022 to 61,214 miles by September 2025. This consistent, low-volume usage suggests the car has not been subjected to heavy motorway wear or prolonged periods of total stagnation, which often lead to seized components. The absence of any recorded advisories regarding suspension bushes, brake discs, or corrosion over the last four years is unusual for a vehicle of this age. While the record is clean, the low mileage increases the risk of rubber components perishing or brake calipers seizing due to underuse. A physical inspection should focus on the condition of the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking and a check for any signs of surface corrosion on the underside. The failure recorded on 5 September 2022 was resolved on the same day, and the lack of specific defect data for that entry suggests a minor administrative or easily rectified issue. Given the lack of recurring mechanical faults in the DVSA data, the primary concern for a buyer is confirming that the vehicle has received regular oil changes and fluid flushes despite the low annual mileage.

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80
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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
! Older vehicle
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Live data last synced with DVSA: May 16, 2026, 01:04 AM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
This vehicle presents a stable and exceptionally clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent MOT on 2 September 2025 at 61,214 miles resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. This follows a consistent pattern of clean passes dating back to 2022, indicating a vehicle that has been maintained to a high standard and is currently in a roadworthy state. The mileage is very low for a 2012 model, averaging roughly 4,372 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady over the last few years, growing from 45,263 miles in September 2022 to 61,214 miles by September 2025. This consistent, low-volume usage suggests the car has not been subjected to heavy motorway wear or prolonged periods of total stagnation, which often lead to seized components. The absence of any recorded advisories regarding suspension bushes, brake discs, or corrosion over the last four years is unusual for a vehicle of this age. While the record is clean, the low mileage increases the risk of rubber components perishing or brake calipers seizing due to underuse. A physical inspection should focus on the condition of the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking and a check for any signs of surface corrosion on the underside. The failure recorded on 5 September 2022 was resolved on the same day, and the lack of specific defect data for that entry suggests a minor administrative or easily rectified issue. Given the lack of recurring mechanical faults in the DVSA data, the primary concern for a buyer is confirming that the vehicle has received regular oil changes and fluid flushes despite the low annual mileage.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Vauxhall Astra (FD12 ABZ) from 2012 show a total of 5 MOT tests between September 2022 and September 2025.

With 4 passes and 1 failures, the lifetime MOT pass rate stands at 80%. The car boasts an impressive record, which typically reflects a conscientious ownership history.

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