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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

R16 SAKMOT history

R16 SAK is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 12 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 66,705 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
66,705 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 SAK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
12 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 SAK was last recorded at 66,705 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 1,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,705 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
1,000 miles
Average per year
1,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,705 miles
  • 2025 – 65,144 miles
  • 2024 – 64,403 miles
  • 2023 – 63,593 miles
  • 2022 – 62,476 miles
  • 2021 – 61,161 miles
  • 2020 – 59,743 miles
  • 2019 – 57,077 miles
  • 2018 – 54,574 miles
  • 2016 – 54,538 miles
  • 2015 – 54,001 miles
  • 2014 – 53,192 miles
  • 2013 – 52,332 miles
  • 2012 – 51,624 miles
  • 2011 – 50,738 miles
  • 2010 – 48,833 miles
  • 2009 – 46,584 miles
  • 2008 – 44,669 miles
  • 2007 – 42,173 miles
  • 2006 – 39,222 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,705 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,705 miles (+1,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    66,705 miles
    Test number
    569619761862
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail65,705 miles (+561)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,705 miles
    Test number
    178215733456
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass65,144 miles (+741)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    65,144 miles
    Test number
    879795288104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass64,403 miles (+810)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    64,403 miles
    Test number
    420184195565
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin APPEAR LOW (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass63,593 miles (+1,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    63,593 miles
    Test number
    165493108667
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on suspension components and sills

  6. Pass62,476 miles (+1,315)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    62,476 miles
    Test number
    560968715838
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass61,161 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    61,161 miles
    Test number
    785314430117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule in poor condition (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Fail61,161 miles (+1,418)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,161 miles
    Test number
    873110512172
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule in poor condition (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass59,743 miles (+2,666)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    59,743 miles
    Test number
    707170650791
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front and rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass57,077 miles (+2,503)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    57,077 miles
    Test number
    495276299869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,574 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,574 miles
    Test number
    262204146373
    • AdvisoryThe ferrels on all 4 flexi brake hoses are corroded

  12. Pass54,538 miles (+537)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    54,538 miles
    Test number
    437398190422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,001 miles (+809)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    54,001 miles
    Test number
    587855605229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,192 miles
    Test number
    796166404209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,192 miles (+860)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,192 miles
    Test number
    338316304443
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass52,332 miles (+708)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    52,332 miles
    Test number
    429931913225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,624 miles (+886)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    51,624 miles
    Test number
    836732712296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,738 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    50,738 miles
    Test number
    636190211232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,738 miles (+1,905)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,738 miles
    Test number
    737450911267
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  20. Pass48,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,833 miles
    Test number
    284371510236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,833 miles (+2,249)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,833 miles
    Test number
    701011510264
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass46,584 miles (+1,915)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,584 miles
    Test number
    363582519233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass44,669 miles (+2,496)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    44,669 miles
    Test number
    362141518214
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass42,173 miles (+2,951)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,173 miles
    Test number
    473891007223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    39,222 miles
    Test number
    250168296135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,222 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,222 miles
    Test number
    272428496165
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about R16 SAK

Does R16 SAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 SAK is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 SAK?
The MOT on R16 SAK is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 SAK done?
R16 SAK was recorded at 66,705 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 1,393 miles a year.
Has R16 SAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 SAK has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on R16 SAK 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 R16 SAK find?
R16 SAK passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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