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VAUXHALL ASTRA2012 · 1.6L Petrol

OY61 AEA

Vehicle Insight Summary

This 2012 VAUXHALL ASTRA is a Petrol vehicle with a 1598cc engine. Currently it has a valid MOT and is not currently taxed. The latest recorded mileage is 119,397.

MOT
Valid
Expires 12/01/2027
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1598cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by five consecutive annual clean MOT passes. The most recent inspection conducted on 6 January 2026 at 119,397 miles resulted in no recorded defects, maintaining a trend of mechanical compliance over the last four years. This consistency suggests that the vehicle has been maintained to a standard that avoids immediate mechanical failure or safety-critical defects common in cars of this age. The mileage accumulation remains consistent with typical annual-use patterns, averaging approximately 8,500 miles per year. Between January 2022 at 108,950 miles and January 2026 at 119,397 miles, the car covered 10,447 miles. There is a notable gap between the January 2023 and December 2023 tests where the vehicle covered only 2,678 miles in an eleven-month period. This steady usage indicates the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of stationary neglect which often leads to perished seals or brake caliper seizing. While the digital record shows no failures, a buyer must still perform a physical inspection of common failure points for an Astra of this era. Given the age and mileage, focus on the structural integrity of the rear subframe and sills, where corrosion often begins before becoming an MOT failure. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracking and check for signs of oil leaks around the shock absorbers, as the MOT does not detect minor weeping until it fails. The lack of recorded advisories suggests the vehicle is in good condition, but physical wear on consumable brake pads and tyres should be verified against the current mileage.

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85
/ 100 · Good

Public record health check: Good.

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM
AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Checking the history for this 2012 Vauxhall Astra (OY61 AEA), we found 5 MOT results in the period of January 2022 to January 2026.

Across its entire MOT history, this Vauxhall has a 100% success rate (5 passes and 0 fails). Such a high pass rate is a positive indicator of the car's general condition and maintenance history.

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