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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,956 cc

LP12 DFAMOT history

LP12 DFA is a silver diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 31 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 268,389 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2025.

LP12 DFA silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Nov 2025
Mileage
268,389 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
21,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 DFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LP12 DFA was last recorded at 268,389 miles on 27 Oct 2025, 6,769 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
261,620 miles · 17 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,769 miles
Average per year
21,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 268,389 miles
  • 2024 – 261,620 miles
  • 2023 – 250,509 miles
  • 2022 – 234,547 miles
  • 2021 – 212,437 miles
  • 2020 – 195,557 miles
  • 2019 – 172,759 miles
  • 2018 – 150,721 miles
  • 2017 – 121,318 miles
  • 2016 – 92,067 miles
  • 2015 – 62,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail268,389 miles
  • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail268,389 miles (+6,769)9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    268,389 miles
    Test number
    659686105635
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass261,620 miles (+11,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    261,620 miles
    Test number
    654937442666
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass250,509 miles (+15,962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    250,509 miles
    Test number
    956973506129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass234,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    234,547 miles
    Test number
    479330088101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail234,546 miles (+22,109)2 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,546 miles
    Test number
    666317679980
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass212,437 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    212,437 miles
    Test number
    467659142389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres worn

  7. Fail212,437 miles (+16,880)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,437 miles
    Test number
    271267990915
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres worn

  8. Pass195,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    195,557 miles
    Test number
    827179633923

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass195,557 miles (+22,798)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    195,557 miles
    Test number
    350523309392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass172,759 miles (+22,038)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    172,759 miles
    Test number
    997100049494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass150,721 miles (+8,766)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    150,721 miles
    Test number
    788118724167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail141,955 miles (+20,637)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,955 miles
    Test number
    613039301536
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass121,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    121,318 miles
    Test number
    686205148882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail121,318 miles (+29,251)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,318 miles
    Test number
    444322555578
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass92,067 miles (+29,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,067 miles
    Test number
    743397048304
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass62,527 miles (+25,362)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    62,527 miles
    Test number
    190717620759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    37,165 miles
    Test number
    396756825001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 DFA

Does LP12 DFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP12 DFA expired on 5 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP12 DFA?
The MOT on LP12 DFA expired on 5 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP12 DFA done?
LP12 DFA was recorded at 268,389 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2025, an average of 21,506 miles a year.
Has LP12 DFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 DFA has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LP12 DFA 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 DFA find?
LP12 DFA failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2025 with 9 major defects and 2 advisories: brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth; nearside front position lamp not working; nearside front suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 8 more.

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