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Vauxhall Astra

Purple · Petrol · 1996 · 1,389 cc

N360 KOUMOT history

N360 KOU is a purple petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 15 Jan 1996. Its MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 124,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Jan 2025
Mileage
124,486 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2024
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N360 KOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
15 Jan 1996
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

N360 KOU was last recorded at 124,486 miles on 2 Jan 2024, 1,356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,130 miles · 13 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1,356 miles
Average per year
3,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 124,486 miles
  • 2023 – 123,130 miles
  • 2022 – 121,769 miles
  • 2021 – 120,881 miles
  • 2020 – 120,372 miles
  • 2019 – 118,486 miles
  • 2018 – 117,476 miles
  • 2017 – 115,975 miles
  • 2016 – 114,430 miles
  • 2015 – 111,763 miles
  • 2014 – 108,889 miles
  • 2013 – 105,288 miles
  • 2012 – 101,236 miles
  • 2011 – 97,254 miles
  • 2010 – 91,809 miles
  • 2009 – 85,854 miles
  • 2008 – 78,487 miles
  • 2007 – 71,506 miles
  • 2006 – 66,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,486 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

34 tests since 12 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,486 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    124,486 miles
    Test number
    365892516641
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail124,486 miles (+1,356)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,486 miles
    Test number
    853950558075
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 80% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass123,130 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    123,130 miles
    Test number
    608475946258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail123,130 miles (+1,361)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,130 miles
    Test number
    793595173124
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,769 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    121,769 miles
    Test number
    239890152728
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing

  6. Fail121,769 miles (+888)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,769 miles
    Test number
    592273536763
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tyre out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing

  7. Pass120,881 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,881 miles
    Test number
    873375493630
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail120,881 miles (+509)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,881 miles
    Test number
    311748052885
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,372 miles (+3)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    120,372 miles
    Test number
    449444800825
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front indicator outer lens missing
    • AdvisoryBoth sun visors insecure
    • AdvisoryHead lining insecure

  10. Fail120,369 miles (+1,883)5 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,369 miles
    Test number
    677754755470
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front indicator outer lens missing
    • AdvisoryBoth sun visors insecure
    • AdvisoryHead lining insecure

  11. Pass118,486 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    118,486 miles
    Test number
    139397699675
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front indicators outer covers missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut mounting worn upper

  12. Fail118,486 miles (+1,010)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,486 miles
    Test number
    765135578344
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure rubber (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front indicators outer covers missing
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut mounting worn upper

  13. Pass117,476 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    117,476 miles
    Test number
    606397793035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNs mirra mising

  14. Fail117,476 miles (+1,501)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,476 miles
    Test number
    762167569832
    • FailureParking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.1.9)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNs mirra mising

  15. Pass115,975 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    115,975 miles
    Test number
    400462653521
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

  16. Fail115,975 miles (+1,545)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,975 miles
    Test number
    886903892551
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

  17. Pass114,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    114,430 miles
    Test number
    364947261002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail114,430 miles (+2,667)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,430 miles
    Test number
    201189092655
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

  19. Pass111,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    111,763 miles
    Test number
    926112715075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail111,763 miles (+2,874)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,763 miles
    Test number
    805812915045
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

  21. Pass108,889 miles (+3,601)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    108,889 miles
    Test number
    137079604494
    • NoteBoth front indicator outter lenses missing.
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm bushes splitting.
    • NoteBoth front track rod end gaiters cracking.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on both inner and outter tread edges.

  22. Pass105,288 miles (+4,052)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    105,288 miles
    Test number
    265331513083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass101,236 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    101,236 miles
    Test number
    395262712056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail101,236 miles (+3,982)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,236 miles
    Test number
    796682412045
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass97,254 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    97,254 miles
    Test number
    948720411013
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Fail97,254 miles (+5,445)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,254 miles
    Test number
    147280011448
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass91,809 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    91,809 miles
    Test number
    151863410412
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  28. Fail91,808 miles (+5,954)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,808 miles
    Test number
    963283410093
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  29. Pass85,854 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    85,854 miles
    Test number
    244243719084
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSun visors insecure

  30. Fail85,854 miles (+7,367)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,854 miles
    Test number
    270643819055
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSun visors insecure

  31. Pass78,487 miles (+6,981)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    78,487 miles
    Test number
    620468908045
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  32. Pass71,506 miles (+5,283)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    71,506 miles
    Test number
    284770817024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass66,223 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    66,223 miles
    Test number
    281274916068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail66,175 miles4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,175 miles
    Test number
    122742216069
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is fractured (3.1.9)
    • NoteN/s door mirror insecure

Questions about N360 KOU

Does N360 KOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N360 KOU expired on 18 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N360 KOU?
The MOT on N360 KOU expired on 18 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N360 KOU done?
N360 KOU was recorded at 124,486 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2024, an average of 3,245 miles a year.
Has N360 KOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N360 KOU has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on N360 KOU 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 N360 KOU find?
N360 KOU passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside side repeater insecure; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush.

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