
Vauxhall Astra
White · Diesel · 2002 · 1,686 cc
C11 YCAMOT history
C11 YCA is a white diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 5 Jun 2002. Its MOT expired on 10 Oct 2024 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 181,746 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Nov 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 10 Oct 2024
- Mileage
- 181,746 mi
- At MOT on 15 Nov 2024
- MOT tests
- 30
- 17 passed · 13 failed
- Per year
- 6,779 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- C11 YCA
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Vauxhall
- Model
- Astra
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,686 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 5 Jun 2002
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 10 Oct 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 15 Nov 2024 (Fail)
Mileage history
C11 YCA was last recorded at 181,746 miles on 15 Nov 2024, 5,468 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2023.
- Previous MOT
- 176,278 miles · 9 Oct 2023
- Between the last two tests
- 5,468 miles
- Average per year
- 6,779 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 181,746 miles
- 2023 – 176,278 miles
- 2022 – 168,229 miles
- 2021 – 162,382 miles
- 2020 – 156,557 miles
- 2018 – 142,461 miles
- 2017 – 135,110 miles
- 2016 – 127,744 miles
- 2015 – 119,972 miles
- 2014 – 110,501 miles
- 2013 – 103,148 miles
- 2012 – 92,118 miles
- 2011 – 87,619 miles
- 2010 – 82,285 miles
- 2009 – 78,100 miles
- 2008 – 73,382 miles
- 2007 – 67,787 miles
- 2006 – 57,150 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
- MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Offside Front Position lamp not working
Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023
Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect
Major3 MOTs, 2020–2021
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023
Rear brake pipes on axle corroded
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
30 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail181,746 miles (+5,468)6 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 181,746 miles
- Test number
- 687924798512
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength and outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
Pass176,278 miles1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 176,278 miles
- Test number
- 245012268987
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail176,277 miles (+8,048)6 major1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 176,277 miles
- Test number
- 401294122715
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle arch guard (5.2.3 (f))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass168,229 miles (+4)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 168,229 miles
- Test number
- 557027355487
- AdvisoryNearside headlight lens faded causing poor beam image
- AdvisoryDamp with fuel in fuel pump area
- AdvisoryRear brake pipes on axle corroded
- AdvisoryRear brake pipes to load valve covered in grease
Fail168,225 miles (+5,843)4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,225 miles
- Test number
- 734282668949
- MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
- MajorFuel system component leaking from fuel pump area (6.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear brake pipes on axle corroded
- AdvisoryRear brake pipes to load valve covered in grease
Pass162,382 miles (+1)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 162,382 miles
- Test number
- 792028489706
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail162,381 miles (+5,824)5 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,381 miles
- Test number
- 716708246580
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill panel (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass156,557 miles (+3)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2021
- Odometer
- 156,557 miles
- Test number
- 627853899034
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail156,554 miles (+18)1 dangerous13 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,554 miles
- Test number
- 615508925263
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing under cover (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Subframe mounting at rear of front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn to limit and bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail156,536 miles (+14,075)1 dangerous11 major1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,536 miles
- Test number
- 561226891338
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
- MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing under cover (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MinorWindow excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view both front (3.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
Pass142,461 miles (+179)
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 142,461 miles
- Test number
- 673009659584
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail142,282 miles (+7,172)4 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 142,282 miles
- Test number
- 788439429541
- MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction wipers (3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Pass135,110 miles (+73)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2018
- Odometer
- 135,110 miles
- Test number
- 321430149007
- AdvisoryOffside mirror back missing
Fail135,037 miles (+7,293)1 dangerous11 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,037 miles
- Test number
- 606320947726
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- AdvisoryOffside mirror back missing
Pass127,744 miles (+211)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 7 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 127,744 miles
- Test number
- 824158125011
- AdvisoryBoth headlight lenses faded
Fail127,533 miles (+7,561)8 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 127,533 miles
- Test number
- 175826737301
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
- FailureNearside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded + inner (2.4.A.3)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
- FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass119,972 miles (+9,471)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 119,972 miles
- Test number
- 610217691045
- AdvisoryFront Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
- AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- AdvisoryNearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
- AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield detached
Pass110,501 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 110,501 miles
- Test number
- 869718584268
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail110,501 miles (+7,353)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 110,501 miles
- Test number
- 517047584243
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
Pass103,148 miles (+11,030)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 103,148 miles
- Test number
- 419979603309
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass92,118 miles (+2)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 92,118 miles
- Test number
- 617553512212
- NoteBoth headlight manual adjusters not working on both lamps
Fail92,116 miles (+4,497)2 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,116 miles
- Test number
- 349941002246
- FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteBoth headlight manual adjusters not working on both lamps
Fail87,619 miles2 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 87,619 miles
- Test number
- 436674211406
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Pass87,619 miles (+5,334)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 87,619 miles
- Test number
- 557594711336
- AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
Pass82,285 miles
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 82,285 miles
- Test number
- 424885000388
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail82,285 miles (+4,185)3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,285 miles
- Test number
- 623185800359
- Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass78,100 miles (+4,718)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 78,100 miles
- Test number
- 261466609352
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Pass73,382 miles (+5,595)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 73,382 miles
- Test number
- 431598108401
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass67,787 miles (+10,637)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 67,787 miles
- Test number
- 792097217323
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass57,150 miles
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jun 2007
- Odometer
- 57,150 miles
- Test number
- 184771986106
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about C11 YCA
- Does C11 YCA currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on C11 YCA expired on 10 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on C11 YCA?
- The MOT on C11 YCA expired on 10 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has C11 YCA done?
- C11 YCA was recorded at 181,746 miles at its MOT on 15 Nov 2024, an average of 6,779 miles a year.
- Has C11 YCA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. C11 YCA has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2024.
- Has the mileage on C11 YCA 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 C11 YCA find?
- C11 YCA failed its latest MOT on 15 Nov 2024 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit; exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 9 more.
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