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Vauxhall Astra

White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

8 DKWMOT history

8 DKW is a white petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 4 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 59,460 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

8 DKW white Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
59,460 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
8 DKW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

8 DKW was last recorded at 59,460 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,460 miles · 17 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,460 miles
  • 2025 – 58,779 miles
  • 2021 – 58,754 miles
  • 2019 – 58,691 miles
  • 2018 – 58,649 miles
  • 2016 – 55,646 miles
  • 2015 – 50,949 miles
  • 2014 – 34,881 miles
  • 2013 – 27,618 miles
  • 2012 – 21,165 miles
  • 2011 – 14,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,460 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front discs worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Rear discs worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,460 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    59,460 miles
    Test number
    147894494365
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  2. Fail59,460 miles (+681)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,460 miles
    Test number
    349624931263
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  3. Pass58,779 miles (+25)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    58,779 miles
    Test number
    310087308503
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  4. Pass58,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    58,754 miles
    Test number
    982889114844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail58,754 miles (+63)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,754 miles
    Test number
    708912570856
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass58,691 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    58,691 miles
    Test number
    217853891297
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail58,649 miles (+3,003)11 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,649 miles
    Test number
    622040015677
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll discs corroded
    • AdvisoryRear pads low
  8. Pass55,646 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    55,646 miles
    Test number
    341104548583
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear discs worn
  9. Fail55,644 miles (+4,695)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,644 miles
    Test number
    636957179825
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryRear discs worn
  10. Pass50,949 miles (+139)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    50,949 miles
    Test number
    332395171422
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryDampness around o/s/r brake calliper
  11. Fail50,810 miles (+15,929)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,810 miles
    Test number
    882029766334
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryDampness around o/s/r brake calliper
  12. Pass34,881 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    34,881 miles
    Test number
    926565474161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail34,664 miles (+7,046)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,664 miles
    Test number
    259751774175
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass27,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,618 miles
    Test number
    319304563101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail27,587 miles (+6,422)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,587 miles
    Test number
    899674663170
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
  16. Pass21,165 miles (+6,343)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    21,165 miles
    Test number
    106861862185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass14,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    14,822 miles
    Test number
    708416441186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 8 DKW

What vehicle is registration 8 DKW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 8 DKW on a white petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 4 Jun 2008. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 8 DKW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8 DKW is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 8 DKW?
The MOT on 8 DKW is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 8 DKW done?
8 DKW was recorded at 59,460 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 2,995 miles a year.
Has 8 DKW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 8 DKW has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on 8 DKW 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 8 DKW find?
8 DKW passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly twisted; offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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