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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,998 cc

S23 AHTMOT history

S23 AHT is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 24 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 114,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

S23 AHT blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
114,403 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 AHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 AHT was last recorded at 114,403 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 1,688 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,715 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,688 miles
Average per year
4,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,403 miles
  • 2025 – 112,715 miles
  • 2020 – 109,867 miles
  • 2019 – 102,758 miles
  • 2018 – 93,322 miles
  • 2017 – 84,161 miles
  • 2016 – 77,380 miles
  • 2015 – 72,224 miles
  • 2014 – 69,937 miles
  • 2013 – 66,213 miles
  • 2012 – 62,939 miles
  • 2011 – 59,770 miles
  • 2010 – 54,769 miles
  • 2009 – 49,689 miles
  • 2008 – 45,030 miles
  • 2007 – 37,686 miles
  • 2006 – 30,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,403 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres, wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened lowering coil overs and anti roll bars fitted (5.3.3 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,403 miles (+1,688)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    114,403 miles
    Test number
    688783691350
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres, wear bars (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened lowering coil overs and anti roll bars fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  2. Pass112,715 miles (+2,848)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    112,715 miles
    Test number
    953011207123
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySuspension component modified but not seriously weakened suspension lowering coil overs and anti roll bars fitted (5.3.3 (c) (i))

  3. Pass109,867 miles (+7,109)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    109,867 miles
    Test number
    555060501223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,758 miles (+9,436)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    102,758 miles
    Test number
    835335233937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass93,322 miles (+9,161)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    93,322 miles
    Test number
    716577497023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass84,161 miles (+6,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    84,161 miles
    Test number
    524744015772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  7. Pass77,380 miles (+5,156)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,380 miles
    Test number
    940607144739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,224 miles
    Test number
    227204972694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,224 miles (+2,287)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,224 miles
    Test number
    233654602487
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

  10. Pass69,937 miles (+14)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,937 miles
    Test number
    258748324256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyre,s are cracking on inner sidewall
    • NoteO/s rear tyre is cracking on inner sidewall

  11. Fail69,923 miles (+3,710)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,923 miles
    Test number
    288864524290
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyre,s are cracking on inner sidewall
    • NoteO/s rear tyre is cracking on inner sidewall

  12. Pass66,213 miles (+3)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    66,213 miles
    Test number
    375401823483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail66,210 miles (+3,271)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,210 miles
    Test number
    638370523254
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass62,939 miles (+3,169)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    62,939 miles
    Test number
    325442822286
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass59,770 miles (+5,001)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    59,770 miles
    Test number
    419971021277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  16. Pass54,769 miles (+5,080)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    54,769 miles
    Test number
    632925210279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s front drive shaft inner boot split

  17. Pass49,689 miles (+4,659)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    49,689 miles
    Test number
    402017739230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWindscreen wiper,s only working on slow speed

  18. Pass45,030 miles (+7,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,030 miles
    Test number
    413890548248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass37,686 miles (+7,447)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    37,686 miles
    Test number
    604951707276
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass30,239 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    30,239 miles
    Test number
    962785406296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S23 AHT

Does S23 AHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 AHT is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 AHT?
The MOT on S23 AHT is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 AHT done?
S23 AHT was recorded at 114,403 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 4,321 miles a year.
Has S23 AHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 AHT has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2015.
Has the mileage on S23 AHT 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 S23 AHT find?
S23 AHT passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; exhaust noisy; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides, and 4 more.

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