2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · LS12 CPN

The Vauxhall Astra’s most recent MOT, conducted just four months ago on 24 March 2026 at 108,199 miles, confirms the vehicle remains roadworthy with no defects recorded. This marks the fifth consecutive annual pass without failings, suggesting consistent compliance with MOT standards. The absence of advisories or recurring issues in the last two tests—including the April 2025 and April 2024 exams—indicates no obvious pattern of deferred maintenance. However, the duplicate entry for April 2023 (one pass, one fail at identical mileage) is anomalous and warrants clarification, as it implies either a retest or administrative duplication rather than mechanical failure. The recorded mileage of 108,199 miles over 14 years reflects an average of approximately 7,700 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. There are no significant gaps in testing—each MOT falls within the standard 12-month window—though the jump from 71,830 to 87,206 miles between April 2023 and April 2024 suggests a period of higher usage. This could indicate either increased mileage in that year or a later mileage reset. The consistency of the pass rates, however, suggests the vehicle was not driven to the point of imminent failure during any of these intervals. Given the clean MOT history, a prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear components that are not directly tested by the MOT but critical to long-term reliability. The suspension—particularly rear bushes and coil springs—should be examined for excessive play or corrosion, as these are common failure points in this model at this mileage. Brake pads, discs, and calipers should be checked for uneven wear or binding, especially if the vehicle has experienced rapid mileage accumulation in certain years. Structural integrity, including underbody corrosion around the sills and wheel arches, must also be assessed, as rust can compromise the chassis over time. Finally, the exhaust system should be inspected for leaks or damage, as catalytic converter failures are occasionally masked until they reach a critical stage.