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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,598 cc

R71 JADMOT history

R71 JAD is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 6 Aug 1997. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 47,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
47,132 mi
At MOT on 31 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R71 JAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
6 Aug 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R71 JAD was last recorded at 47,132 miles on 31 Dec 2025, 2,092 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,040 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,092 miles
Average per year
1,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 47,132 miles
  • 2024 – 44,943 miles
  • 2023 – 43,041 miles
  • 2022 – 40,074 miles
  • 2021 – 37,777 miles
  • 2020 – 35,907 miles
  • 2019 – 33,842 miles
  • 2018 – 30,568 miles
  • 2017 – 28,124 miles
  • 2016 – 26,139 miles
  • 2015 – 25,866 miles
  • 2014 – 23,770 miles
  • 2013 – 23,271 miles
  • 2012 – 22,804 miles
  • 2011 – 22,421 miles
  • 2010 – 22,176 miles
  • 2009 – 21,274 miles
  • 2008 – 20,289 miles
  • 2007 – 19,796 miles
  • 2006 – 19,077 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,132 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Temporary fuel cap fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very low ,, Approx 2.0mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Plus engine oil level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,132 miles (+2,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    47,132 miles
    Test number
    994275031105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass45,040 miles (+97)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    45,040 miles
    Test number
    329599826410
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very low ,, Approx 2.0mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Plus engine oil level low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  3. Fail44,943 miles (+1,902)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,943 miles
    Test number
    298720081867
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected Lens missing (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very low ,, Approx 2.0mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Plus engine oil level low (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  4. Pass43,041 miles (+2,967)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    43,041 miles
    Test number
    624007017896
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing More than slight cracking but no inner cord exposed / severe cracking needs attention asap. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  5. Pass40,074 miles (+2,297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    40,074 miles
    Test number
    380526595414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking On Edge Of The Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass37,777 miles (+1,870)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    37,777 miles
    Test number
    737522046372
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm And Wearing On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass35,907 miles (+2,065)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    35,907 miles
    Test number
    403463412560
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass33,842 miles (+3,274)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    33,842 miles
    Test number
    238950361058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,568 miles (+2,444)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    30,568 miles
    Test number
    314231272760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTempory fuel cap fitted

  10. Pass28,124 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    28,124 miles
    Test number
    802558720254
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Fail28,124 miles (+1,985)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,124 miles
    Test number
    937739462655
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass26,139 miles (+273)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    26,139 miles
    Test number
    390316999593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,866 miles (+2,096)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    25,866 miles
    Test number
    813582595994
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion under (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass23,770 miles (+499)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    23,770 miles
    Test number
    495029144448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail23,271 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,271 miles
    Test number
    407134463415
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

  16. Pass23,271 miles (+467)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    23,271 miles
    Test number
    967084463351
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)

  17. Pass22,804 miles (+383)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    22,804 miles
    Test number
    256615822371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,421 miles (+245)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    22,421 miles
    Test number
    745981821382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,176 miles (+902)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    22,176 miles
    Test number
    740932420300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,274 miles (+985)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    21,274 miles
    Test number
    984698529354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,289 miles (+493)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    20,289 miles
    Test number
    614730388262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,796 miles (+719)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    19,796 miles
    Test number
    842020597186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    19,077 miles
    Test number
    791937386117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R71 JAD

Does R71 JAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R71 JAD is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on R71 JAD?
The MOT on R71 JAD is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R71 JAD done?
R71 JAD was recorded at 47,132 miles at its MOT on 31 Dec 2025, an average of 1,440 miles a year.
Has R71 JAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R71 JAD has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on R71 JAD 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 R71 JAD find?
R71 JAD passed its latest MOT on 31 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front upper shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush.

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