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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

R407 COTMOT history

R407 COT is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 14 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 21 MOT tests, with 80,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
80,013 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
21 passed · 0 failed
Per year
2,342 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R407 COT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
14 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R407 COT was last recorded at 80,013 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 810 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
79,203 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
810 miles
Average per year
2,342 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 80,013 miles
  • 2025 – 79,203 miles
  • 2024 – 78,359 miles
  • 2023 – 76,866 miles
  • 2022 – 75,722 miles
  • 2021 – 74,285 miles
  • 2020 – 73,094 miles
  • 2019 – 71,120 miles
  • 2018 – 68,991 miles
  • 2017 – 66,567 miles
  • 2016 – 64,769 miles
  • 2015 – 63,144 miles
  • 2014 – 61,364 miles
  • 2013 – 60,214 miles
  • 2012 – 57,603 miles
  • 2011 – 54,357 miles
  • 2010 – 50,865 miles
  • 2009 – 46,084 miles
  • 2008 – 41,560 miles
  • 2007 – 37,239 miles
  • 2006 – 33,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,013 miles
  • AdvisoryM.I.L Illuminated vehicle registered 14/02/1998
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 9 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer wheel arch corroded no sharp edges
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill including wheel arch no sharp edges (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing over 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

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.

  • MIL ON

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,013 miles (+810)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    80,013 miles
    Test number
    867164335274
    • AdvisoryM.I.L Illuminated vehicle registered 14/02/1998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 9 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer wheel arch corroded no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill including wheel arch no sharp edges (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing over 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Pass79,203 miles (+844)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    79,203 miles
    Test number
    528265309149
    • AdvisoryM.I.L on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass78,359 miles (+1,493)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    78,359 miles
    Test number
    263914566176
    • AdvisoryMIL ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive COIL SPRING MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive COIL SPRING MOUNT (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass76,866 miles (+1,144)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,866 miles
    Test number
    493084423094
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to manifold joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMil on

  5. Pass75,722 miles (+1,437)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    75,722 miles
    Test number
    255761304302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass74,285 miles (+1,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,285 miles
    Test number
    118780233629
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre

  7. Pass73,094 miles (+1,974)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,094 miles
    Test number
    904510464384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,120 miles (+2,129)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,120 miles
    Test number
    304692695541
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass68,991 miles (+2,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,991 miles
    Test number
    789761464088
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre warn on inner edge

  10. Pass66,567 miles (+1,798)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,567 miles
    Test number
    915345765526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,769 miles (+1,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,769 miles
    Test number
    846997031704
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexible joint in poor condition

  12. Pass63,144 miles (+1,780)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,144 miles
    Test number
    778035685058
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight oil leak from sump area!

  13. Pass61,364 miles (+1,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,364 miles
    Test number
    666797884029
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass60,214 miles (+2,611)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    60,214 miles
    Test number
    925841373011
    • NoteEngine oil leak!
    • NoteExhaust flexible joint in poor condition!

  15. Pass57,603 miles (+3,246)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,603 miles
    Test number
    146351782065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,357 miles (+3,492)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,357 miles
    Test number
    858698861030
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine oil leaks!

  17. Pass50,865 miles (+4,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    50,865 miles
    Test number
    324204570047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass46,084 miles (+4,524)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    46,084 miles
    Test number
    152648769057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass41,560 miles (+4,321)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,560 miles
    Test number
    132140678024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,239 miles (+4,083)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    37,239 miles
    Test number
    663415277072
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edges

  21. Pass33,156 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    33,156 miles
    Test number
    683214976068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R407 COT

Does R407 COT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R407 COT is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R407 COT?
The MOT on R407 COT is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R407 COT done?
R407 COT was recorded at 80,013 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 2,342 miles a year.
Has R407 COT ever failed its MOT?
No. R407 COT has passed all 21 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on R407 COT 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 R407 COT find?
R407 COT passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 9 advisories: m.i.l illuminated vehicle registered 14/02/1998; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 9 years old; nearside rear upper coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened, and 6 more.

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