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2012 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · NU12 ABF

NU12 ABF

2012 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 92,948 miles. MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin
2012 · Stockton-on-Tees
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Valid until 28 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
Recorded Mileage
92,948 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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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
Valid
Valid until 28 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Feb 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT certificate issued on 19 February 2026, confirming its roadworthiness status is up to date. The maintenance trend appears stable, as the car has successfully cleared its annual inspections for the past three years without any recorded defects or advisories. While the vehicle failed its initial presentation in both 2025 and 2026, these failures occurred just days before the final pass, suggesting the owner likely addressed minor administrative or preparation issues rather than significant mechanical failures. At 92,948 miles over fourteen years, the vehicle averages approximately 6,600 miles per annum, which is consistent with typical light to moderate usage. The mileage accumulation remains steady, with roughly 7,700 miles added between the 2024 and 2025 tests and 6,500 miles between 2025 and 2026. This consistent usage pattern indicates the car has not been subjected to long periods of inactivity, which often leads to seized components or premature degradation of rubber seals and hoses. Despite the clean MOT history, prospective buyers should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake lines. The absence of advisories in recent years does not guarantee the condition of these consumable parts, as testers only flag items that have reached the threshold of failure. You should specifically check the inner edges of the tyres for uneven wear and inspect the exhaust system for signs of corrosion or blowing joints. Given the age of the vehicle, verifying the condition of the undercarriage for structural corrosion remains a priority to ensure the long-term integrity of the chassis.
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NU12 ABF Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 19/02/2026
  • 92,948 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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NU12 ABF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 10:12
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Vauxhall Astra (NU12 ABF) between February 2024 and February 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 19 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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.

Recorded failure items include: “Road wheel fixing missing front and rear (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Coil spring fractured or broken both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases FLEXI (6.1.2 (a))”.

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NU12 ABF Mileage History

  1. 24/02/202478,606 mi
  2. 22/02/202586,353 mi+7,747 mi
  3. 01/03/202586,370 mi+17 mi
  4. 17/02/202692,935 mi+6,565 mi
  5. 19/02/202692,948 mi+13 mi

Average of roughly 7,216 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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