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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

K18 TWSMOT history

K18 TWS is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2024 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 87,379 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2023.

K18 TWS silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2024
Mileage
87,379 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K18 TWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2024
Latest MOT test
24 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

K18 TWS was last recorded at 87,379 miles on 24 May 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,376 miles · 23 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
5,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 87,379 miles
  • 2022 – 79,700 miles
  • 2021 – 77,102 miles
  • 2020 – 74,592 miles
  • 2018 – 71,006 miles
  • 2017 – 70,463 miles
  • 2016 – 62,275 miles
  • 2014 – 43,590 miles
  • 2013 – 34,919 miles
  • 2012 – 27,303 miles
  • 2011 – 19,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,379 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 9 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,379 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2024
    Odometer
    87,379 miles
    Test number
    712343920401
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail87,376 miles (+7,676)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,376 miles
    Test number
    987479458528
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,700 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,700 miles
    Test number
    520140012041
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail79,689 miles (+2,587)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,689 miles
    Test number
    526376472864
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,102 miles (+2,510)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,102 miles
    Test number
    348425090056
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass74,592 miles (+3,586)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,592 miles
    Test number
    315866832466
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  7. Pass71,006 miles (+543)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    71,006 miles
    Test number
    934138400646
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass70,463 miles (+8,188)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    70,463 miles
    Test number
    726721698545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,275 miles
    Test number
    334936204871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail62,273 miles (+263)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,273 miles
    Test number
    283117651259
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail62,010 miles (+18,420)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,010 miles
    Test number
    867788905716
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/55/16 (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205/55/16 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/55/16 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  12. Pass43,590 miles (+8,671)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    43,590 miles
    Test number
    986680594144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass34,919 miles (+7,616)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,919 miles
    Test number
    219080803216
    • 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 fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass27,303 miles (+7,939)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    27,303 miles
    Test number
    275838692415
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass19,364 miles (+808)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    19,364 miles
    Test number
    677720801222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass18,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    18,556 miles
    Test number
    309449321117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K18 TWS

Does K18 TWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K18 TWS expired on 23 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K18 TWS?
The MOT on K18 TWS expired on 23 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K18 TWS done?
K18 TWS was recorded at 87,379 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2023, an average of 5,716 miles a year.
Has K18 TWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K18 TWS has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2023.
Has the mileage on K18 TWS 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 K18 TWS find?
K18 TWS passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2023 with 4 advisories: coil spring corroded both rear; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre slightly damaged, and 1 more.

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