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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

97 DWPMOT history

97 DWP is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 22 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 40,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

97 DWP silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
40,820 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,674 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
97 DWP
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

97 DWP was last recorded at 40,820 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,820 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,674 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 40,820 miles
  • 2025 – 40,339 miles
  • 2024 – 39,994 miles
  • 2023 – 39,759 miles
  • 2022 – 39,137 miles
  • 2021 – 38,486 miles
  • 2020 – 37,753 miles
  • 2019 – 35,988 miles
  • 2018 – 33,897 miles
  • 2017 – 32,014 miles
  • 2016 – 29,601 miles
  • 2015 – 27,470 miles
  • 2014 – 25,228 miles
  • 2013 – 23,052 miles
  • 2012 – 21,192 miles
  • 2011 – 19,224 miles
  • 2010 – 16,955 miles
  • 2009 – 14,622 miles
  • 2008 – 11,866 miles
  • 2007 – 9,015 miles
  • 2006 – 8,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass40,820 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear Brake Pipes (under body) (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass40,820 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    40,820 miles
    Test number
    520162034092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear Brake Pipes (under body) (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail40,820 miles (+481)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,820 miles
    Test number
    690620584622
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge WORN ON EDGES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear Brake Pipes (under body) (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass40,339 miles (+345)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    40,339 miles
    Test number
    250038422828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass39,994 miles (+235)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    39,994 miles
    Test number
    992421362400
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass39,759 miles (+622)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    39,759 miles
    Test number
    967055701170
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass39,137 miles (+651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    39,137 miles
    Test number
    762702884707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass38,486 miles (+733)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    38,486 miles
    Test number
    595924404433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass37,753 miles (+1,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    37,753 miles
    Test number
    339891341551
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass35,988 miles (+2,091)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    35,988 miles
    Test number
    662614811607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass33,897 miles (+1,883)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    33,897 miles
    Test number
    127030790740
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass32,014 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    32,014 miles
    Test number
    215190245056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail32,014 miles (+2,413)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,014 miles
    Test number
    156509692379
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass29,601 miles (+2,131)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    29,601 miles
    Test number
    446286019747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass27,470 miles (+2,242)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    27,470 miles
    Test number
    198260845447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,228 miles (+2,176)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    25,228 miles
    Test number
    325901844024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,052 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    23,052 miles
    Test number
    965004323068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail23,052 miles (+1,860)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,052 miles
    Test number
    225704023049
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass21,192 miles (+1,968)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    21,192 miles
    Test number
    959737722009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,224 miles (+2,269)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    19,224 miles
    Test number
    396782441026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,955 miles (+2,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    16,955 miles
    Test number
    641072940090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass14,622 miles (+2,756)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    14,622 miles
    Test number
    280450859098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass11,866 miles (+2,851)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    11,866 miles
    Test number
    221742658041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail9,015 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,015 miles
    Test number
    371072057011
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass9,015 miles (+989)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    9,015 miles
    Test number
    981002957076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,026 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    8,026 miles
    Test number
    202723296153
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • NoteWipers+washers in poor condition

Questions about 97 DWP

What vehicle is registration 97 DWP currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 97 DWP on a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 22 Sept 2003. 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 97 DWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 97 DWP is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 97 DWP?
The MOT on 97 DWP is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 97 DWP done?
97 DWP was recorded at 40,820 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 1,674 miles a year.
Has 97 DWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 97 DWP has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on 97 DWP 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 97 DWP find?
97 DWP passed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipes (under body).

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