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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

C8 JFWMOT history

C8 JFW is a black petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 18 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 81,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

C8 JFW black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
81,334 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 JFW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
18 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 JFW was last recorded at 81,334 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 1,982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,352 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,982 miles
Average per year
3,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,334 miles
  • 2025 – 79,352 miles
  • 2024 – 76,386 miles
  • 2023 – 73,431 miles
  • 2022 – 70,277 miles
  • 2021 – 67,428 miles
  • 2020 – 65,275 miles
  • 2019 – 62,157 miles
  • 2018 – 58,541 miles
  • 2017 – 53,930 miles
  • 2016 – 49,500 miles
  • 2015 – 45,768 miles
  • 2014 – 42,924 miles
  • 2013 – 40,817 miles
  • 2012 – 38,477 miles
  • 2011 – 35,775 miles
  • 2010 – 32,060 miles
  • 2009 – 28,082 miles
  • 2008 – 23,939 miles
  • 2007 – 18,715 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,334 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryUnder body and various suspension components are corroded

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Coil spring corroded both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Coil spring corroded both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,334 miles (+1,982)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    81,334 miles
    Test number
    824870468771
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and various suspension components are corroded

  2. Pass79,352 miles (+2,966)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    79,352 miles
    Test number
    767421491106
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass76,386 miles (+2,955)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    76,386 miles
    Test number
    388770699306
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass73,431 miles (+3,154)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    73,431 miles
    Test number
    861988160287
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass70,277 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    70,277 miles
    Test number
    283146562186
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail70,277 miles (+69)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,277 miles
    Test number
    854074109851
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail70,208 miles (+2,780)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,208 miles
    Test number
    779075048300
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded flitch pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear cylinder pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass67,428 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    67,428 miles
    Test number
    541282293640
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes to flexis (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail67,428 miles (+2,153)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,428 miles
    Test number
    788777810535
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear cylinder pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass65,275 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    65,275 miles
    Test number
    826927899851
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flitch (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail65,231 miles (+3,074)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,231 miles
    Test number
    407845051590
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded flitch (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flitch (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass62,157 miles (+3,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    62,157 miles
    Test number
    651660381121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and offside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass58,541 miles (+4,611)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    58,541 miles
    Test number
    676230728559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,930 miles (+4,430)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,930 miles
    Test number
    350432988732
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded still gas tight
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on outer edges

  15. Pass49,500 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    49,500 miles
    Test number
    164963201170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,390 miles (+3,622)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    49,390 miles
    Test number
    177043638867
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/65/r15 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass45,768 miles (+2,844)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    45,768 miles
    Test number
    567953725069
    • NoteRear exhuast corroded sill gas tight

  18. Pass42,924 miles (+2,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    42,924 miles
    Test number
    395265824006
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass40,817 miles (+2,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    40,817 miles
    Test number
    819266423087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass38,477 miles (+2,702)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,477 miles
    Test number
    256371522098
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust section corroded

  21. Pass35,775 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,775 miles
    Test number
    369185331076
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail35,775 miles (+3,715)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,775 miles
    Test number
    496285231079
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass32,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,060 miles
    Test number
    923215220033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,060 miles (+3,978)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,060 miles
    Test number
    871853920098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,082 miles (+4,143)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    28,082 miles
    Test number
    371851739028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail23,939 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,939 miles
    Test number
    610535338057
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass23,939 miles (+5,224)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    23,939 miles
    Test number
    702395838010
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass18,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    18,715 miles
    Test number
    893394607036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 JFW

Does C8 JFW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 JFW is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 JFW?
The MOT on C8 JFW is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 JFW done?
C8 JFW was recorded at 81,334 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 3,284 miles a year.
Has C8 JFW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 JFW has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on C8 JFW 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 C8 JFW find?
C8 JFW passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 13 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 10 more.

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