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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,686 cc

LP12 GRUMOT history

LP12 GRU is a black diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 95,072 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

LP12 GRU black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
95,072 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 GRU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 GRU was last recorded at 95,072 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 3,505 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
91,567 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,505 miles
Average per year
7,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,072 miles
  • 2025 – 91,567 miles
  • 2024 – 84,055 miles
  • 2023 – 76,500 miles
  • 2022 – 70,125 miles
  • 2021 – 64,191 miles
  • 2020 – 59,650 miles
  • 2018 – 52,813 miles
  • 2017 – 37,512 miles
  • 2016 – 26,568 miles
  • 2015 – 18,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,072 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,072 miles (+3,505)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    95,072 miles
    Test number
    927531170265
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass91,567 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    91,567 miles
    Test number
    392425720419
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail91,565 miles (+7,510)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,565 miles
    Test number
    149079424987
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass84,055 miles (+7,555)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,055 miles
    Test number
    387989068820
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass76,500 miles (+6,375)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,500 miles
    Test number
    374733056510
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass70,125 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    70,125 miles
    Test number
    497209901045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,125 miles (+5,934)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,125 miles
    Test number
    194090389757
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass64,191 miles (+4,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,191 miles
    Test number
    660573596344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass59,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,650 miles
    Test number
    545924181467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,646 miles (+6,833)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,646 miles
    Test number
    470212136415
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass52,813 miles (+10,395)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    52,813 miles
    Test number
    505430025536

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass42,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    42,418 miles
    Test number
    786449271309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail42,418 miles (+4,906)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,418 miles
    Test number
    382897991206
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

  14. Pass37,512 miles (+10,944)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    37,512 miles
    Test number
    291877911609
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass26,568 miles (+8,519)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    26,568 miles
    Test number
    207619697597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,049 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    18,049 miles
    Test number
    718402255156
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP12 GRU

Does LP12 GRU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 GRU is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 GRU?
The MOT on LP12 GRU is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 GRU done?
LP12 GRU was recorded at 95,072 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 7,245 miles a year.
Has LP12 GRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP12 GRU has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LP12 GRU 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 GRU find?
LP12 GRU passed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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