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Vauxhall Astra

Grey · Petrol · 1993 · 1,598 cc

L45 YFBMOT history

L45 YFB is a grey petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 31 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 8 Jan 2022 and it has passed 14 of 25 MOT tests, with 229,740 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Jan 2022
Mileage
229,740 km
At MOT on 29 Nov 2021
MOT tests
25
14 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,507 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L45 YFB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
31 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

L45 YFB was last recorded at 229,740 km on 29 Nov 2021, 2,104 km more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,636 km · 8 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,104 km
Average per year
3,507 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 229,740 km
  • 2020 – 227,636 km
  • 2019 – 225,816 km
  • 2018 – 220,974 km
  • 2017 – 217,246 km
  • 2016 – 213,506 km
  • 2015 – 208,601 km
  • 2014 – 204,598 km
  • 2013 – 199,596 km
  • 2012 – 195,107 km
  • 2011 – 190,367 km
  • 2010 – 187,953 km
  • 2009 – 184,567 km
  • 2008 – 182,334 km
  • 2007 – 180,649 km

What the latest MOT found

Fail229,740 km
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Wheel cylinder leaking (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
  • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Next to shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Inside engine bay (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot floor/inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch,around fuel filler neck (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering component leaking Power steering Pump (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Door sill ,2 areas, one x hole front,corroded rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both,o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Rear fog lamp not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail229,740 km3 dangerous9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,740 km
    Test number
    959909915677
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Wheel cylinder leaking (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Next to shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Inside engine bay (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot floor/inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch,around fuel filler neck (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Power steering Pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Oil leak, but not excessive driveshaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Door sill ,2 areas, one x hole front,corroded rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both,o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass227,637 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    227,637 miles
    Test number
    526991043609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail227,636 km4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,636 km
    Test number
    838871547588
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail227,636 km (+1,820)1 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,636 km
    Test number
    775581844069
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leak excessive (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended drivers (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Pass225,816 km5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    225,816 km
    Test number
    234783260737
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail225,816 km (+4,842)13 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,816 km
    Test number
    524671428254
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded bulk head (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear's (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSide repeater missing both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  7. Pass220,974 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    220,974 km
    Test number
    864043387070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail220,974 km (+3,728)3 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,974 km
    Test number
    170289627279
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Flooring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Next to the coil spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  9. Pass217,246 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    217,246 km
    Test number
    906680806661
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point holed/corroded
  10. Fail217,246 km (+3,740)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,246 km
    Test number
    722291020229
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded rear of inner wheel arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking wheel cylinder (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point holed/corroded
  11. Pass213,506 km
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    213,506 km
    Test number
    978198152714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail213,506 km (+4,905)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,506 km
    Test number
    361153815951
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
  13. Pass208,601 km (+4,003)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    208,601 km
    Test number
    755987903016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass204,598 km6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    204,598 km
    Test number
    785211334356
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail204,598 km (+5,002)2 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,598 km
    Test number
    857961534354
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass199,596 km (+4,489)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    199,596 km
    Test number
    415367523310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass195,107 km
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    195,107 km
    Test number
    929504222397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass190,368 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    190,368 miles
    Test number
    625702121354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s top mount deteriorated but no movement today
  19. Fail190,367 km (+2,414)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,367 km
    Test number
    445021421395
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
  20. Pass187,953 km (+3,386)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    187,953 km
    Test number
    650732010356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass184,567 km
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    184,567 km
    Test number
    840176709301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass182,334 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    182,334 miles
    Test number
    183817418326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/so/s front indicators only just visable from rear of car when stood 1 meter from bumper
  23. Fail182,334 km (+1,685)3 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,334 km
    Test number
    960562518358
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/so/s front indicators only just visable from rear of car when stood 1 meter from bumper
  24. Pass180,649 km (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    180,649 km
    Test number
    402824937458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail180,644 km3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,644 km
    Test number
    423093537383
    • FailureBrake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about L45 YFB

Does L45 YFB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L45 YFB expired on 8 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L45 YFB?
The MOT on L45 YFB expired on 8 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L45 YFB done?
L45 YFB was recorded at 229,740 km at its MOT on 29 Nov 2021, an average of 3,507 km a year.
Has L45 YFB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L45 YFB has failed 11 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L45 YFB 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 L45 YFB find?
L45 YFB failed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2021 with 3 dangerous defects, 9 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% wheel cylinder leaking; offside front anti-roll bar linkage fractured; offside rear hydraulic brake cylinder leaking and braking performance affected, and 14 more.

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