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2011 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · SH61 VSO

SH61 VSO

2011 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 25 Nov 2011. Recorded mileage 120,545 miles. MOT expired on 24 Jan 2025.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin
2011 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 24 Jan 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
120,545 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 24 Jan 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2011
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The current MOT record shows a stable trend with two consecutive passes and no recorded defects. The most recent test on 23 January 2024 indicates the vehicle met the minimum requirements for roadworthiness at that time, with no failures or advisories noted. The vehicle has covered 120,545 miles over its lifespan, averaging approximately 8,036 miles per year. The data provided is relatively sparse, covering only the 2023 and 2024 testing cycles. There is a one-year gap between the test on 25 January 2023 and the test on 23 January 2024, which is consistent with standard annual testing intervals. Because the recent records are clean, there are no documented patterns of recurring mechanical issues such as suspension bush wear, brake binding, or exhaust corrosion. However, given the vehicle's age and total mileage, a physical inspection should focus on components not explicitly detailed in these two recent passes. A buyer should check for structural rust on the sills and subframes, as well as the condition of the brake discs and pads. The lack of recent advisories means there is no recorded evidence of degrading consumables. An inspection of the tyre tread, wiper blades, and suspension components like coil springs and shock absorbers is necessary to verify the current state of wear beyond the documented MOT results.
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SH61 VSO Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2024
  • 120,545 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

SH61 VSO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Vauxhall Astra (SH61 VSO) between January 2023 and January 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.

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SH61 VSO Mileage History

  1. 25/01/2023115,252 mi
  2. 23/01/2024120,545 mi+5,293 mi

Average of roughly 5,325 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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