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Vauxhall Astra

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

S18 ADEMOT history

S18 ADE is a grey petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 16 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 168,367 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

S18 ADE grey Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Sept 2027
Mileage
168,367 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,395 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S18 ADE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S18 ADE was last recorded at 168,367 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 1,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,362 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,005 miles
Average per year
4,395 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,367 miles
  • 2025 – 167,362 miles
  • 2024 – 166,840 miles
  • 2023 – 165,527 miles
  • 2022 – 163,882 miles
  • 2021 – 161,927 miles
  • 2020 – 157,819 miles
  • 2019 – 154,649 miles
  • 2018 – 149,681 miles
  • 2017 – 145,301 miles
  • 2016 – 140,290 miles
  • 2015 – 134,101 miles
  • 2014 – 128,554 miles
  • 2013 – 124,740 miles
  • 2012 – 122,662 miles
  • 2011 – 118,520 miles
  • 2010 – 113,678 miles
  • 2009 – 111,806 miles
  • 2008 – 108,097 miles
  • 2007 – 82,048 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,367 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,367 miles (+1,005)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    168,367 miles
    Test number
    976167864143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass167,362 miles (+522)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    167,362 miles
    Test number
    111592364442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass166,840 miles (+1,313)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    166,840 miles
    Test number
    346658070410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass165,527 miles (+1,645)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    165,527 miles
    Test number
    502591765611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass163,882 miles (+1,955)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    163,882 miles
    Test number
    563024318345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass161,927 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    161,927 miles
    Test number
    842642192381
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail161,927 miles (+4,108)2 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,927 miles
    Test number
    971360507107
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass157,819 miles (+3,170)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    157,819 miles
    Test number
    442380309580
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass154,649 miles (+4,968)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    154,649 miles
    Test number
    559964455417
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass149,681 miles (+4,380)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    149,681 miles
    Test number
    140704318655
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass145,301 miles (+5,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    145,301 miles
    Test number
    514914263933
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Pass140,290 miles (+6,189)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    140,290 miles
    Test number
    542805278968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass134,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    134,101 miles
    Test number
    665702605281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail134,098 miles (+5,544)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,098 miles
    Test number
    349482005438
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass128,554 miles (+3,814)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    128,554 miles
    Test number
    486435104218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass124,740 miles (+2,078)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    124,740 miles
    Test number
    366749123221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass122,662 miles (+4,142)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    122,662 miles
    Test number
    755700362012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass118,520 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    118,520 miles
    Test number
    397741901425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail118,511 miles (+4,833)1 dangerous2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,511 miles
    Test number
    645920501279
    • DangerousBattery insecure
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBonnet release cable hanging down by accelerator pedal
    • NoteFront wiper blades not tested for clearing screen due to washers inoperative
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade is split
    • NoteNo engine oil recorded on dipstick

  20. Pass113,678 miles (+1,872)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    113,678 miles
    Test number
    272548520223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass111,806 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2010
    Odometer
    111,806 miles
    Test number
    792472829181
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Fail111,806 miles (+3,709)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,806 miles
    Test number
    294102129462
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail108,097 miles1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,097 miles
    Test number
    312824458090
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteSome wear to front engine mount

  24. Pass108,097 miles (+26,049)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    108,097 miles
    Test number
    573564958015
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteSome wear to front engine mount

  25. Pass82,048 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    82,048 miles
    Test number
    461742117049
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteUneven wear to n/s/r tyre treads

  26. Fail82,048 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,048 miles
    Test number
    514962117060
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteUneven wear to n/s/r tyre treads

Questions about S18 ADE

Does S18 ADE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S18 ADE is valid until 1 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S18 ADE?
The MOT on S18 ADE is valid until 1 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S18 ADE done?
S18 ADE was recorded at 168,367 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 4,395 miles a year.
Has S18 ADE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S18 ADE has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on S18 ADE 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 S18 ADE find?
S18 ADE passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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