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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 1,389 cc

P290 LOXMOT history

P290 LOX is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 9 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 214,336 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2026
Mileage
214,336 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,485 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P290 LOX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
9 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

P290 LOX was last recorded at 214,336 miles on 31 Jan 2025, 1,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
212,575 miles · 11 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
1,761 miles
Average per year
9,485 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 214,336 miles
  • 2024 – 212,575 miles
  • 2023 – 203,828 miles
  • 2021 – 196,140 miles
  • 2020 – 181,316 miles
  • 2019 – 180,316 miles
  • 2018 – 167,108 miles
  • 2017 – 149,013 miles
  • 2016 – 131,162 miles
  • 2015 – 117,189 miles
  • 2014 – 102,417 miles
  • 2013 – 88,048 miles
  • 2012 – 60,264 miles
  • 2011 – 52,884 miles
  • 2010 – 50,954 miles
  • 2009 – 47,029 miles
  • 2008 – 42,351 miles
  • 2006 – 37,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass214,336 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor8 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

33 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass214,336 miles (+1,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    214,336 miles
    Test number
    349624889638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass212,575 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    212,575 miles
    Test number
    284892816637
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail212,575 miles (+8,747)3 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,575 miles
    Test number
    452255887783
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low nearside/offside (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBrake master cylinder below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front/rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass203,828 miles (+102)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    203,828 miles
    Test number
    912405360305
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

  5. Fail203,726 miles (+7,586)6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,726 miles
    Test number
    883835704068
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

  6. Pass196,140 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    196,140 miles
    Test number
    493571579716
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail196,140 miles (+9,642)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,140 miles
    Test number
    367377353697
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside/offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass186,498 miles (+31)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    186,498 miles
    Test number
    527939043820
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail186,467 miles (+5,151)1 dangerous5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,467 miles
    Test number
    373005913993
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass181,316 miles (+1,000)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    181,316 miles
    Test number
    546191793991
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail180,316 miles (+12,959)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,316 miles
    Test number
    939411162334
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass167,357 miles (+249)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    167,357 miles
    Test number
    413593231515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail167,108 miles (+17,403)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,108 miles
    Test number
    352204972381
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

  14. Pass149,705 miles (+692)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    149,705 miles
    Test number
    184703974067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs undewrsealed

  15. Fail149,013 miles (+17,851)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,013 miles
    Test number
    472241496045
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch shock mount (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryRear Bumper insecure

  16. Pass131,162 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    131,162 miles
    Test number
    878375497723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  17. Fail131,162 miles (+13,973)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,162 miles
    Test number
    460365317403
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  18. Pass117,189 miles (+158)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    117,189 miles
    Test number
    750547324171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail117,031 miles (+14,176)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,031 miles
    Test number
    357959125167
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper wearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass102,855 miles (+438)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    102,855 miles
    Test number
    319023405047
    • NoteNearside/offside front upper strut mounting rubbers slight cracking

  21. Fail102,417 miles (+14,369)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,417 miles
    Test number
    167663154360
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside/offside front upper strut mounting rubbers slight cracking

  22. Pass88,048 miles (+59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    88,048 miles
    Test number
    178808743318
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Fail87,989 miles (+13,947)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,989 miles
    Test number
    875646843362
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass74,042 miles (+86)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    74,042 miles
    Test number
    135705003024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear exhaust box

  25. Fail73,956 miles (+13,692)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,956 miles
    Test number
    568662103032
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear exhaust box

  26. Pass60,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    60,264 miles
    Test number
    159486902444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail60,262 miles (+7,378)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,262 miles
    Test number
    145126902435
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  28. Pass52,884 miles (+1,930)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,884 miles
    Test number
    598186901001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass50,954 miles (+3,925)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    50,954 miles
    Test number
    802484510060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass47,029 miles (+4,678)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    47,029 miles
    Test number
    483045309086
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass42,351 miles (+5,095)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,351 miles
    Test number
    803337108069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass37,256 miles (+3,814)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    37,256 miles
    Test number
    992293756352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass33,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    33,442 miles
    Test number
    841365606085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about P290 LOX

Does P290 LOX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P290 LOX expired on 30 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P290 LOX?
The MOT on P290 LOX expired on 30 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P290 LOX done?
P290 LOX was recorded at 214,336 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2025, an average of 9,485 miles a year.
Has P290 LOX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P290 LOX has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on P290 LOX 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 P290 LOX find?
P290 LOX passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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