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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

J16 KAEMOT history

J16 KAE is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 120,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

J16 KAE silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
120,958 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J16 KAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J16 KAE was last recorded at 120,958 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 2,740 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
118,218 miles · 2 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,740 miles
Average per year
5,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,958 miles
  • 2025 – 118,218 miles
  • 2024 – 113,816 miles
  • 2023 – 109,521 miles
  • 2022 – 101,600 miles
  • 2021 – 94,035 miles
  • 2020 – 88,073 miles
  • 2019 – 83,734 miles
  • 2018 – 76,298 miles
  • 2017 – 70,911 miles
  • 2016 – 66,496 miles
  • 2015 – 58,854 miles
  • 2014 – 50,402 miles
  • 2013 – 43,621 miles
  • 2012 – 38,229 miles
  • 2011 – 32,498 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,958 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and Offside (Outer Sill) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,958 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    120,958 miles
    Test number
    345566447613
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and Offside (Outer Sill) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail120,958 miles (+2,740)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,958 miles
    Test number
    518802346298
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and Offside (Outer Sill) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass118,218 miles (+4,402)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    118,218 miles
    Test number
    967429631667
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass113,816 miles (+4,295)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    113,816 miles
    Test number
    178504677245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass109,521 miles (+7,921)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    109,521 miles
    Test number
    590335046520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,600 miles (+7,565)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    101,600 miles
    Test number
    638619145551
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Pass94,035 miles (+5,962)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,035 miles
    Test number
    670867638531
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass88,073 miles (+4,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,073 miles
    Test number
    788022588398
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass83,734 miles (+7,436)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,734 miles
    Test number
    731004356685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass76,298 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,298 miles
    Test number
    263747838547
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail76,298 miles (+5,387)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,298 miles
    Test number
    166044597819
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass70,911 miles (+4,415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    70,911 miles
    Test number
    347005842339
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass66,496 miles (+7,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    66,496 miles
    Test number
    551267703103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass58,854 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    58,854 miles
    Test number
    198534375120
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  15. Fail58,854 miles (+8,452)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,854 miles
    Test number
    957934675148
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in rear tyre

  16. Pass50,402 miles (+6,781)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    50,402 miles
    Test number
    608695574127
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass43,621 miles (+5,392)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,621 miles
    Test number
    908319673149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat insecure

  18. Pass38,229 miles (+5,731)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,229 miles
    Test number
    226680182102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,498 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    32,498 miles
    Test number
    969264471103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J16 KAE

Does J16 KAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J16 KAE is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J16 KAE?
The MOT on J16 KAE is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J16 KAE done?
J16 KAE was recorded at 120,958 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 5,812 miles a year.
Has J16 KAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J16 KAE has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on J16 KAE 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 J16 KAE find?
J16 KAE passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, and 2 more.

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