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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

J8 DCYMOT history

J8 DCY is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 6 Oct 2000. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 22 of 30 MOT tests, with 114,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

J8 DCY blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,205 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
22 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,704 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 DCY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
6 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 DCY was last recorded at 114,205 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 1,542 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
112,663 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,542 miles
Average per year
2,704 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,205 miles
  • 2024 – 112,663 miles
  • 2023 – 111,342 miles
  • 2022 – 109,077 miles
  • 2021 – 105,992 miles
  • 2020 – 105,332 miles
  • 2019 – 103,241 miles
  • 2018 – 101,729 miles
  • 2017 – 99,215 miles
  • 2016 – 95,209 miles
  • 2015 – 92,285 miles
  • 2014 – 88,994 miles
  • 2013 – 85,820 miles
  • 2012 – 82,891 miles
  • 2011 – 77,829 miles
  • 2010 – 72,755 miles
  • 2009 – 68,803 miles
  • 2008 – 62,619 miles
  • 2007 – 59,606 miles
  • 2006 – 59,191 miles
  • 2005 – 58,925 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,205 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))

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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,205 miles (+1,542)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,205 miles
    Test number
    678786225151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 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))

  2. Pass112,663 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    112,663 miles
    Test number
    252311110288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack boot (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush McPherson top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe mounting bracket area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush McPherson top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe mounting bracket area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail112,663 miles (+1,321)2 repaired13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,663 miles
    Test number
    951125720831
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack boot (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush McPherson top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above rear subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe mounting bracket area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush McPherson top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear subframe mounting bracket area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass111,342 miles (+2,265)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    111,342 miles
    Test number
    126472652647
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from compensator valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront & rear suspension components corroded

  5. Pass109,077 miles (+3,085)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,077 miles
    Test number
    943350719944
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  6. Pass105,992 miles (+660)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    105,992 miles
    Test number
    963352584915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

  7. Pass105,332 miles (+2,091)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,332 miles
    Test number
    459489611045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass103,241 miles (+1,512)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    103,241 miles
    Test number
    539081522296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2-3000 miles left (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition

  9. Pass101,729 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,729 miles
    Test number
    209196930232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 axle mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box in poor condition
    • AdvisorySlight blow from centre exhaust section

  10. Fail101,729 miles (+2,514)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,729 miles
    Test number
    113826963397
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen no pattern (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 axle mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box in poor condition
    • AdvisorySlight blow from centre exhaust section

  11. Pass99,215 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    99,215 miles
    Test number
    529718457800
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded manifold unit to nearside rear pipe joint (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded master cylinder to manifold unit (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  12. Fail99,215 miles (+4,006)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,215 miles
    Test number
    834823723323
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear load valve both pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced polish lens (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced polish lens (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded manifold unit to nearside rear pipe joint (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded master cylinder to manifold unit (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin corroded

  13. Pass95,209 miles (+2,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,209 miles
    Test number
    276150866036
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  14. Pass92,285 miles (+3,291)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    92,285 miles
    Test number
    819829465152
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteRear exhaust box in poor condition

  15. Pass88,994 miles (+3,174)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    88,994 miles
    Test number
    529331984196
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteBottom of brake servo corroded.
    • NoteCentre section and rear exhaust box in poor condition
    • NoteFlexible fuel pipe has corroded ferrule from fuel rail to big metal fuel pipe on bulkhead.

  16. Pass85,820 miles (+2,929)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    85,820 miles
    Test number
    839703683160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,891 miles (+5,062)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,891 miles
    Test number
    176335382174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteCentre & rear exhaust system corroded

  18. Pass77,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    77,829 miles
    Test number
    227821781499
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Fail77,829 miles (+5,074)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,829 miles
    Test number
    298431681127
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass72,755 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    72,755 miles
    Test number
    710822780148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  21. Fail72,755 miles (+3,952)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,755 miles
    Test number
    303162780185
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  22. Pass68,803 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,803 miles
    Test number
    160745389131
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Fail68,803 miles (+6,184)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,803 miles
    Test number
    813025489143
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass62,619 miles (+3,013)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    62,619 miles
    Test number
    311455688133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,606 miles
    Test number
    152727777184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail59,606 miles (+415)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,606 miles
    Test number
    844177177141
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  27. Pass59,191 miles (+266)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    59,191 miles
    Test number
    854531586102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass58,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    58,925 miles
    Test number
    573566985123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass58,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    58,925 miles
    Test number
    673516885131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    473536985172
    • FailureMechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Questions about J8 DCY

Does J8 DCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 DCY is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 DCY?
The MOT on J8 DCY is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 DCY done?
J8 DCY was recorded at 114,205 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 2,704 miles a year.
Has J8 DCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 DCY has failed 8 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on J8 DCY 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 J8 DCY find?
J8 DCY passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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