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Vauxhall Astra

White · Petrol · 1994 · 1,389 cc

M126 SFAMOT history

M126 SFA is a white petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Aug 1994. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 79,479 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2023
Mileage
79,479 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2022
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M126 SFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
1 Aug 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

M126 SFA was last recorded at 79,479 miles on 25 Oct 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,478 miles · 24 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 79,479 miles
  • 2021 – 76,606 miles
  • 2020 – 72,379 miles
  • 2019 – 70,072 miles
  • 2018 – 67,972 miles
  • 2017 – 65,706 miles
  • 2016 – 62,901 miles
  • 2015 – 60,063 miles
  • 2014 – 56,665 miles
  • 2013 – 53,809 miles
  • 2012 – 49,698 miles
  • 2011 – 45,509 miles
  • 2010 – 44,198 miles
  • 2009 – 42,435 miles
  • 2008 – 40,801 miles
  • 2007 – 38,940 miles
  • 2006 – 36,993 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,479 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under the bonnet (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake house ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,479 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    79,479 miles
    Test number
    661974940325
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under the bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake house ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail79,478 miles (+2,872)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,478 miles
    Test number
    378959015261
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing fuel cap missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under the bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated brake house ferrule corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass76,606 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    76,606 miles
    Test number
    497833250744
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail76,606 miles (+4,227)2 major1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,606 miles
    Test number
    873434477823
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass72,379 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,379 miles
    Test number
    119945063512
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  6. Fail72,379 miles (+2,307)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,379 miles
    Test number
    266834272684
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  7. Pass70,072 miles (+2,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    70,072 miles
    Test number
    600510584722
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass67,972 miles (+2,266)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,972 miles
    Test number
    342160765792
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass65,706 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    65,706 miles
    Test number
    406365131630
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail65,706 miles (+2,805)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,706 miles
    Test number
    181060327338
    • Repaired at testOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass62,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,901 miles
    Test number
    357132336988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,901 miles (+2,838)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,901 miles
    Test number
    729210148659
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass60,063 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,063 miles
    Test number
    386022605446
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail60,063 miles (+3,398)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,063 miles
    Test number
    859541905213
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass56,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,665 miles
    Test number
    258687094467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail56,665 miles (+2,856)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,665 miles
    Test number
    247267794167
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

  17. Pass53,809 miles (+4,111)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,809 miles
    Test number
    908360003249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,698 miles
    Test number
    889253302240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail49,698 miles (+4,189)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,698 miles
    Test number
    479532302269
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass45,509 miles (+1,311)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    45,509 miles
    Test number
    806215681166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,198 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    44,198 miles
    Test number
    960544050191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail44,192 miles (+1,757)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,192 miles
    Test number
    132502450105
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

  23. Pass42,435 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,435 miles
    Test number
    710637949130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,801 miles (+1,861)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,801 miles
    Test number
    850700358101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass38,940 miles (+1,947)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    38,940 miles
    Test number
    543025557176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    36,993 miles
    Test number
    951219256165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M126 SFA

Does M126 SFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M126 SFA expired on 24 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M126 SFA?
The MOT on M126 SFA expired on 24 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M126 SFA done?
M126 SFA was recorded at 79,479 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2022, an average of 2,594 miles a year.
Has M126 SFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M126 SFA has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on M126 SFA 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 M126 SFA find?
M126 SFA passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2022 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under the bonnet; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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