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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

979 JCVMOT history

979 JCV is a blue diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 28 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 73,136 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

979 JCV blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
73,136 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
979 JCV
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

979 JCV was last recorded at 73,136 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 1,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,756 miles · 28 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,380 miles
Average per year
3,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,136 miles
  • 2025 – 71,756 miles
  • 2024 – 69,506 miles
  • 2023 – 67,124 miles
  • 2022 – 64,710 miles
  • 2021 – 61,607 miles
  • 2020 – 59,897 miles
  • 2019 – 55,987 miles
  • 2018 – 52,601 miles
  • 2017 – 49,355 miles
  • 2016 – 46,021 miles
  • 2015 – 42,727 miles
  • 2014 – 35,538 miles
  • 2013 – 29,826 miles
  • 2012 – 24,396 miles
  • 2011 – 17,765 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,136 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryLight corrosion to rear axle mounting

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 Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • N/s/r brake back plate corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • N/s door mirror cover missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,136 miles (+1,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    73,136 miles
    Test number
    531996058118
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to rear axle mounting

  2. Pass71,756 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    71,756 miles
    Test number
    459277897736
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror cover missing

  3. Fail71,754 miles (+2,248)1 major1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,754 miles
    Test number
    897628706238
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testUndertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning half lens is taped (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror cover missing

  4. Pass69,506 miles (+64)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,506 miles
    Test number
    759189918409
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake back plate corroded

  5. Fail69,442 miles (+2,318)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,442 miles
    Test number
    218706358053
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake back plate corroded

  6. Pass67,124 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    67,124 miles
    Test number
    370887231748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail67,123 miles (+2,413)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,123 miles
    Test number
    698025416423
    • 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 Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,710 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    64,710 miles
    Test number
    389422340159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake back plate corroded

  9. Fail64,709 miles (+3,102)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,709 miles
    Test number
    898382610751
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake back plate corroded

  10. Pass61,607 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    61,607 miles
    Test number
    521582418967
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear brake bake plates
    • AdvisoryFront disc worn
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to front subframe mounting
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

  11. Fail61,607 miles (+1,710)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,607 miles
    Test number
    957782094186
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear brake bake plates
    • AdvisoryFront disc worn
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to front subframe mounting
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre wearing on inner edge

  12. Pass59,897 miles (+3,910)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    59,897 miles
    Test number
    921959684454
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to o/s and n/s rear brake back plates
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn/pitted

  13. Pass55,987 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2020
    Odometer
    55,987 miles
    Test number
    608978683005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r brake back plate

  14. Fail55,987 miles (+3,386)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,987 miles
    Test number
    446339436002
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to n/s/r brake back plate

  15. Pass52,601 miles (+3,246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    52,601 miles
    Test number
    219284891682
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both Rear brake back plates

  16. Pass49,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    49,355 miles
    Test number
    676447883715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,355 miles (+3,334)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,355 miles
    Test number
    477167708737
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass46,021 miles (+3,294)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,021 miles
    Test number
    752957183397
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear brake disc backplates
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryWipers x 2

  19. Pass42,727 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,727 miles
    Test number
    869147515125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail42,716 miles (+7,178)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,716 miles
    Test number
    155823115188
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass35,538 miles (+5,712)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    35,538 miles
    Test number
    606843014158
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing uneven and close to limit

  22. Pass29,826 miles (+120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    29,826 miles
    Test number
    748425113153
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail29,706 miles (+5,310)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,706 miles
    Test number
    639499203166
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass24,396 miles (+6,631)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    24,396 miles
    Test number
    415317212187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,765 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    17,765 miles
    Test number
    829667211158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 979 JCV

What vehicle is registration 979 JCV currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 979 JCV on a blue diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 28 Apr 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 979 JCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 979 JCV is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on 979 JCV?
The MOT on 979 JCV is valid until 4 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 979 JCV done?
979 JCV was recorded at 73,136 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 3,714 miles a year.
Has 979 JCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 979 JCV has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on 979 JCV 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 979 JCV find?
979 JCV passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front arms; light corrosion to rear axle mounting.

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