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Vauxhall Astra

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,956 cc

LP12 DCYMOT history

LP12 DCY is a grey diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 135,455 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

LP12 DCY grey Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
135,455 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 DCY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 DCY was last recorded at 135,455 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 5,997 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,458 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,997 miles
Average per year
10,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,455 miles
  • 2025 – 129,458 miles
  • 2024 – 122,830 miles
  • 2023 – 104,813 miles
  • 2022 – 85,863 miles
  • 2021 – 64,275 miles
  • 2018 – 42,853 miles
  • 2017 – 34,987 miles
  • 2016 – 25,616 miles
  • 2015 – 18,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,455 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySlight oil leak-x2 front lower bushes slightly worn-n.s.f sill corroded-x2 rear shockers corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front undertray fitted obscuring components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50/17

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 3 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,455 miles (+5,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    135,455 miles
    Test number
    547649690136
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak-x2 front lower bushes slightly worn-n.s.f sill corroded-x2 rear shockers corroded
  2. Pass129,458 miles (+1)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,458 miles
    Test number
    499947825463
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront undertray fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corroded but not seriously weakened
  3. Fail129,457 miles (+6,627)4 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,457 miles
    Test number
    547008527088
    • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront undertray fitted obscuring components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 225/50/17
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear corroded but not seriously weakened
  4. Pass122,830 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    122,830 miles
    Test number
    500959386104
    • AdvisoryFront Lower under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  5. Fail122,830 miles (+18,017)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,830 miles
    Test number
    725800315766
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  6. Pass104,813 miles (+18,950)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,813 miles
    Test number
    117127650765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,863 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,863 miles
    Test number
    588070729006
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail85,863 miles (+21,588)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,863 miles
    Test number
    822322404685
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass64,275 miles (+10,752)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    64,275 miles
    Test number
    371618264938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass53,523 miles (+10,670)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2022
    Odometer
    53,523 miles
    Test number
    945946646908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass42,853 miles (+7,866)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    42,853 miles
    Test number
    521804773261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,987 miles (+9,371)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    34,987 miles
    Test number
    465469806659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    25,616 miles
    Test number
    809763120109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail25,616 miles (+6,982)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,616 miles
    Test number
    644112435077
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm n/s front (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s front (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass18,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    18,634 miles
    Test number
    567945515223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 DCY

Does LP12 DCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 DCY is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 DCY?
The MOT on LP12 DCY is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 DCY done?
LP12 DCY was recorded at 135,455 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 10,448 miles a year.
Has LP12 DCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 DCY has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LP12 DCY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LP12 DCY find?
LP12 DCY passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: rear coil spring corroded both; slight oil leak-x2 front lower bushes slightly worn-n.s.f sill corroded-x2 rear shockers corroded.

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