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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 1,389 cc

M353 ALKMOT history

M353 ALK is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 5 Oct 1994. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2024 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 51,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2024
Mileage
51,292 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M353 ALK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
5 Oct 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

M353 ALK was last recorded at 51,292 miles on 6 Jul 2023, 1,513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,779 miles · 13 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
1,513 miles
Average per year
1,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 51,292 miles
  • 2022 – 49,779 miles
  • 2021 – 48,355 miles
  • 2019 – 46,149 miles
  • 2018 – 41,860 miles
  • 2017 – 41,858 miles
  • 2016 – 41,119 miles
  • 2015 – 41,021 miles
  • 2014 – 38,152 miles
  • 2013 – 32,455 miles
  • 2012 – 29,699 miles
  • 2011 – 29,576 miles
  • 2010 – 29,415 miles
  • 2009 – 29,109 miles
  • 2008 – 28,771 miles
  • 2007 – 28,344 miles
  • 2006 – 28,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,292 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Brake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass51,292 miles (+1,513)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    51,292 miles
    Test number
    127278818266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass49,779 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    49,779 miles
    Test number
    333466435797
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail49,772 miles (+1,417)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,772 miles
    Test number
    844285149201
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass48,355 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    48,355 miles
    Test number
    893536537412
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top suspension mount bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top suspension mount bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail48,354 miles (+2,205)7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,354 miles
    Test number
    734446218926
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush detaching from wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear bush detaching from wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top suspension mount bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top suspension mount bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass46,149 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    46,149 miles
    Test number
    373003585433
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres old and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail46,147 miles (+4,287)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,147 miles
    Test number
    648518567989
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres old and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass41,860 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    41,860 miles
    Test number
    535778513866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering and suspension components corroded

  9. Pass41,858 miles (+739)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    41,858 miles
    Test number
    660066305143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Pass41,119 miles (+98)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    41,119 miles
    Test number
    185228641838
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both rear and off side front (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre inner side wall has surface crackes

  11. Pass41,021 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,021 miles
    Test number
    126179025405
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Fail41,021 miles (+2,869)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,021 miles
    Test number
    106699225475
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  13. Pass38,152 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    38,152 miles
    Test number
    255695834078
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Fail38,152 miles (+5,697)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,152 miles
    Test number
    425555834029
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass32,455 miles (+2,756)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    32,455 miles
    Test number
    965486633040
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass29,699 miles (+123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    29,699 miles
    Test number
    599425222057
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  17. Pass29,576 miles (+161)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,576 miles
    Test number
    488365821052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,415 miles
    Test number
    183479620039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,415 miles (+306)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,415 miles
    Test number
    822449020054
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass29,109 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    29,109 miles
    Test number
    684450329012
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  21. Fail29,098 miles (+327)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,098 miles
    Test number
    901089219045
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  22. Pass28,771 miles (+427)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    28,771 miles
    Test number
    923328428070
    • AdvisoryBrake servo corroded but not excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass28,344 miles (+82)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,344 miles
    Test number
    470975227076
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePower steering belt cracked

  24. Pass28,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    28,262 miles
    Test number
    224756826057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M353 ALK

Does M353 ALK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M353 ALK expired on 5 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M353 ALK?
The MOT on M353 ALK expired on 5 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M353 ALK done?
M353 ALK was recorded at 51,292 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2023, an average of 1,321 miles a year.
Has M353 ALK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M353 ALK has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on M353 ALK 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 M353 ALK find?
M353 ALK passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 4 more.

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