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Vauxhall Astravan

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,686 cc

D13 ESSMOT history

D13 ESS is a silver diesel Vauxhall Astravan first used on 6 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 262,805 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
262,805 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
11,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
D13 ESS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astravan
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

D13 ESS was last recorded at 262,805 miles on 14 Nov 2025, 954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Oct 2012: 12,326 miles, lower than 123,243 miles on 24 Oct 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
261,851 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
954 miles
Average per year
11,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 262,805 miles
  • 2024 – 256,034 miles
  • 2023 – 243,929 miles
  • 2022 – 230,152 miles
  • 2021 – 220,359 miles
  • 2020 – 206,896 miles
  • 2019 – 192,958 miles
  • 2018 – 179,359 miles
  • 2017 – 169,432 miles
  • 2016 – 156,797 miles
  • 2015 – 150,265 miles
  • 2013 – 136,923 miles
  • 2012 – 12,326 miles
  • 2011 – 111,254 miles
  • 2010 – 100,216 miles
  • 2009 – 79,027 miles
  • 2008 – 65,190 miles
  • 2007 – 40,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass262,805 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 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 Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front brake discs slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass262,805 miles (+954)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    262,805 miles
    Test number
    784214924322
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail261,851 miles (+5,817)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    261,851 miles
    Test number
    149672490471
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure broken (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass256,034 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    256,034 miles
    Test number
    901025975367
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded

  4. Fail256,034 miles (+12,105)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,034 miles
    Test number
    693035261579
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front > rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested pipe leaking (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded

  5. Pass243,929 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    243,929 miles
    Test number
    717697219157
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail243,929 miles (+13,777)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,929 miles
    Test number
    530973394418
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass230,152 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    230,152 miles
    Test number
    326667468516
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroding on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail230,151 miles (+9,792)1 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,151 miles
    Test number
    854705707520
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorating a (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective Splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroding on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass220,359 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    220,359 miles
    Test number
    508382602422
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail220,359 miles (+13,463)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,359 miles
    Test number
    112654124525
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front > rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass206,896 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    206,896 miles
    Test number
    878203462509
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective lense deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective lense deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top strut mount worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top strut mount worn

  12. Fail206,896 miles (+13,938)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,896 miles
    Test number
    228210630042
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front top strut mount worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front top strut mount worn

  13. Pass192,958 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    192,958 miles
    Test number
    679041752681
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail192,958 miles (+13,599)1 repaired3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,958 miles
    Test number
    765793709045
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass179,359 miles (+9,927)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    179,359 miles
    Test number
    752102559273
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front > rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front > rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass169,432 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    169,432 miles
    Test number
    452067927217
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear pipes at load sense valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail169,425 miles (+12,628)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,425 miles
    Test number
    340396443648
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' wipers not parking in the resting position and affecting drivers view (8.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear pipes at load sense valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass156,797 miles (+6,532)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    156,797 miles
    Test number
    937932757260
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBattery slightly insecure

  19. Pass150,265 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    150,265 miles
    Test number
    789046535025
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Fail150,265 miles (+13,342)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,265 miles
    Test number
    828146535004
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass136,923 miles (+124,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    136,923 miles
    Test number
    675438503399
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass12,326 miles (-110,917)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    12,326 miles
    Test number
    407119092223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail123,243 miles (+11,989)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,243 miles
    Test number
    148108292267
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass111,254 miles (+11,038)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    111,254 miles
    Test number
    399677991435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass100,216 miles (+21,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    100,216 miles
    Test number
    612615200344
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass79,027 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,027 miles
    Test number
    771885109183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail79,027 miles (+13,837)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,027 miles
    Test number
    874985909102
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  28. Pass65,190 miles (+24,234)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    65,190 miles
    Test number
    114912408176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass40,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2008
    Odometer
    40,956 miles
    Test number
    162183317112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about D13 ESS

Does D13 ESS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on D13 ESS is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on D13 ESS?
The MOT on D13 ESS is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has D13 ESS done?
D13 ESS was recorded at 262,805 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2025, an average of 11,951 miles a year.
Has D13 ESS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. D13 ESS has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on D13 ESS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on D13 ESS find?
D13 ESS passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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