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Vauxhall Astra

Gold · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

P208 TAFMOT history

P208 TAF is a gold petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 30 Apr 1997. Its MOT is valid until 22 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 35 MOT tests, with 87,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Nov 2026
Mileage
87,089 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
35
21 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P208 TAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Gold
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
30 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P208 TAF was last recorded at 87,089 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,083 miles · 12 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 87,089 miles
  • 2024 – 79,694 miles
  • 2023 – 73,576 miles
  • 2022 – 71,938 miles
  • 2021 – 71,121 miles
  • 2020 – 69,625 miles
  • 2019 – 67,946 miles
  • 2018 – 65,512 miles
  • 2017 – 62,738 miles
  • 2016 – 59,732 miles
  • 2015 – 47,628 miles
  • 2014 – 35,491 miles
  • 2013 – 27,622 miles
  • 2012 – 20,612 miles
  • 2011 – 20,078 miles
  • 2010 – 19,752 miles
  • 2009 – 19,332 miles
  • 2008 – 18,977 miles
  • 2007 – 18,558 miles
  • 2006 – 17,851 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,089 miles
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Standard fitment seat belt missingRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront suspension arms rear bushes deterioratedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Upper spring rest areas corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear axle arm mount areas corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,089 miles (+6)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    87,089 miles
    Test number
    177214145842
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms rear bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper spring rest areas corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle arm mount areas corroded

  2. Fail87,083 miles (+7,389)7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,083 miles
    Test number
    691484738006
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle arm mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end cap (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded wing area (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill end cap (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms rear bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper spring rest areas corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle arm mount areas corroded

  3. Pass79,694 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    79,694 miles
    Test number
    270369550463
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms rear bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper spring rest areas corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle mount areas corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail79,694 miles (+6,118)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,694 miles
    Test number
    108614759315
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms rear bushes deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper spring rest areas corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle mount areas corroded
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass73,576 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    73,576 miles
    Test number
    392575871485
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail73,576 miles (+1,638)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,576 miles
    Test number
    438805669368
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability broken (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass71,938 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    71,938 miles
    Test number
    781473086408
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Fail71,938 miles (+817)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,938 miles
    Test number
    580611819395
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle effort low (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass71,121 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    71,121 miles
    Test number
    785271294663
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes perrished
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear brake hose ferrels
    • AdvisoryFront number plate in poor condition

  10. Fail71,121 miles (+1,496)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,121 miles
    Test number
    679222826734
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower arm rear bushes perrished
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear brake hose ferrels
    • AdvisoryFront number plate in poor condition

  11. Pass69,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,625 miles
    Test number
    343902782495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail69,625 miles (+1,679)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,625 miles
    Test number
    494790923441
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass67,946 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,946 miles
    Test number
    172536668109
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail67,946 miles (+2,434)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,946 miles
    Test number
    705933522572
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass65,512 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,512 miles
    Test number
    426396193128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,512 miles (+2,774)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,512 miles
    Test number
    856217198489
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  17. Pass62,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,738 miles
    Test number
    590675526221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail62,738 miles (+3,006)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,738 miles
    Test number
    397348679293
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass59,732 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,732 miles
    Test number
    985829088876
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn & going out of shape
    • AdvisoryO/s/f suspension top mounting perished

  20. Fail59,732 miles (+12,104)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,732 miles
    Test number
    366160376277
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush arm rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn & going out of shape
    • AdvisoryO/s/f suspension top mounting perished

  21. Pass47,628 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    47,628 miles
    Test number
    123728210987
    • AdvisoryItem removed from drivers view prior to test
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/f tyres worn on inside edges

  22. Fail47,628 miles (+12,137)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,628 miles
    Test number
    312027161591
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFuel hose insecure x 2 (7.2.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryItem removed from drivers view prior to test
    • AdvisoryN/s/f & o/s/f tyres worn on inside edges

  23. Pass35,491 miles (+7,869)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    35,491 miles
    Test number
    857566114386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    27,622 miles
    Test number
    298328603355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,622 miles (+7,010)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,622 miles
    Test number
    209008203367
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass20,612 miles (+284)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    20,612 miles
    Test number
    455182222485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,328 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    20,328 miles
    Test number
    208728212415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail20,325 miles (+247)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,325 miles
    Test number
    509507312138
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  29. Fail20,078 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,078 miles
    Test number
    219188011180
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • NoteLo/h door mirror damaged but secure

  30. Pass20,078 miles (+326)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    20,078 miles
    Test number
    406608811185
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • NoteLo/h door mirror damaged but secure

  31. Pass19,752 miles (+420)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    19,752 miles
    Test number
    240799010172
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not in a clean condition but function not impaired (1.1.4a)

  32. Pass19,332 miles (+355)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    19,332 miles
    Test number
    124760719199
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteSome damage to offside rear lamp
    • NoteSurface cut in nearside front tyre

  33. Pass18,977 miles (+419)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    18,977 miles
    Test number
    873742518180
    • NoteOffside rear lamp lens cracked

  34. Pass18,558 miles (+707)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    18,558 miles
    Test number
    183654217119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass17,851 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,851 miles
    Test number
    221984116480
    • NoteR/h rear lamp unit cracked

Questions about P208 TAF

Does P208 TAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on P208 TAF is valid until 22 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on P208 TAF?
The MOT on P208 TAF is valid until 22 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has P208 TAF done?
P208 TAF was recorded at 87,089 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 3,538 miles a year.
Has P208 TAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P208 TAF has failed 14 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on P208 TAF 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 P208 TAF find?
P208 TAF passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; central rear standard fitment seat belt missing; front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively, and 6 more.

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