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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,956 cc

M88 GABMOT history

M88 GAB is a black diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 31 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 172,160 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

M88 GAB black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jan 2027
Mileage
172,160 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M88 GAB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M88 GAB was last recorded at 172,160 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 2,199 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
169,961 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,199 miles
Average per year
11,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 172,160 miles
  • 2025 – 169,961 miles
  • 2023 – 166,547 miles
  • 2022 – 156,914 miles
  • 2021 – 153,053 miles
  • 2019 – 143,946 miles
  • 2017 – 107,808 miles
  • 2015 – 66,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,160 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,160 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    172,160 miles
    Test number
    775183812790
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail172,160 miles (+2,199)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,160 miles
    Test number
    678889318938
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass169,961 miles (+3,414)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    169,961 miles
    Test number
    367287302367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass166,547 miles (+4,961)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    166,547 miles
    Test number
    287284024302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass161,586 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    161,586 miles
    Test number
    299466844341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail161,586 miles (+4,672)2 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,586 miles
    Test number
    815556759955
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50x17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass156,914 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    156,914 miles
    Test number
    999855875784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail156,914 miles (+3,861)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,914 miles
    Test number
    860849789667
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass153,053 miles (+9,107)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    153,053 miles
    Test number
    512015297864

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,946 miles (+17,682)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    143,946 miles
    Test number
    910570380742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    126,264 miles
    Test number
    323904523623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail126,264 miles (+18,456)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,264 miles
    Test number
    415212923218
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass107,808 miles (+20,262)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    107,808 miles
    Test number
    729334717153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,546 miles (+20,786)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    87,546 miles
    Test number
    350708772559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,760 miles (+18,524)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    66,760 miles
    Test number
    214227013231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    48,236 miles
    Test number
    597355005063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M88 GAB

Does M88 GAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M88 GAB is valid until 10 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on M88 GAB?
The MOT on M88 GAB is valid until 10 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M88 GAB done?
M88 GAB was recorded at 172,160 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 11,265 miles a year.
Has M88 GAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M88 GAB has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on M88 GAB 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 M88 GAB find?
M88 GAB passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill.

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