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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

S42 MDGMOT history

S42 MDG is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 22 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 78,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Feb 2026
Mileage
78,528 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 MDG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S42 MDG was last recorded at 78,528 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 4,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,972 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,556 miles
Average per year
1,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,528 miles
  • 2025 – 73,972 miles
  • 2022 – 68,728 miles
  • 2021 – 67,419 miles
  • 2019 – 67,388 miles
  • 2018 – 66,185 miles
  • 2017 – 63,940 miles
  • 2016 – 63,732 miles
  • 2015 – 63,441 miles
  • 2014 – 63,067 miles
  • 2013 – 62,685 miles
  • 2012 – 61,830 miles
  • 2011 – 61,085 miles
  • 2010 – 60,118 miles
  • 2008 – 59,160 miles
  • 2007 – 56,843 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail78,528 miles
  • DangerousFront Engine mounting fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATEDRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge REPLACEMENT ADVISED (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge REPLACEMENT ADVISED (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryVARIOUS CHASSIS COMPONENTS CORRODEDRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

What MOT failures 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 disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH FRONT AND REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail78,528 miles (+4,556)1 dangerous7 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,528 miles
    Test number
    563278425604
    • DangerousFront Engine mounting fractured (6.1.8 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge REPLACEMENT ADVISED (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge REPLACEMENT ADVISED (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS CHASSIS COMPONENTS CORRODED

  2. Pass73,972 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    73,972 miles
    Test number
    283458012580
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH FRONT AND REAR (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS CHASSIS COMPONENTS CORRODED

  3. Fail73,972 miles13 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,972 miles
    Test number
    418315452913
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Body panel insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEXHAUST SYSTEM DETERIORATED
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH FRONT AND REAR (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVARIOUS CHASSIS COMPONENTS CORRODED

  4. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    792052834859
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass68,728 miles (+1,309)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    68,728 miles
    Test number
    842503624826
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass67,419 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,419 miles
    Test number
    581250501122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail67,419 miles (+31)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,419 miles
    Test number
    398478166794
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working Both (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust clamp broken but system still secure at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass67,388 miles (+1,203)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,388 miles
    Test number
    584709080999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,185 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,185 miles
    Test number
    809226678446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,175 miles (+2,235)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,175 miles
    Test number
    256351639051
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Pass63,940 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,940 miles
    Test number
    707725714132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp glasses poor

  12. Fail63,940 miles (+208)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,940 miles
    Test number
    797125687011
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp glasses poor

  13. Pass63,732 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    63,732 miles
    Test number
    875658683398
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs pitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust coroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corosion
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp glasses poor

  14. Fail63,732 miles (+291)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,732 miles
    Test number
    324358760763
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front discs pitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust coroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral suspension corosion
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp glasses poor

  15. Pass63,441 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    63,441 miles
    Test number
    428637925033
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs pitted
    • NoteExhaust coroded
    • NoteHeadlamp glasses poor

  16. Fail63,441 miles (+374)2 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,441 miles
    Test number
    468077825054
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs pitted
    • NoteExhaust coroded
    • NoteHeadlamp glasses poor

  17. Pass63,067 miles (+382)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    63,067 miles
    Test number
    577851834017
    • NoteBoth front brake discs pitted
    • NoteExhaust rear box coroded
    • NoteHeadlamps glasses in poor condition

  18. Pass62,685 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    388992333024
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust coroded
    • NoteHeadlamp glasses poor

  19. Fail62,685 miles (+855)2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,685 miles
    Test number
    967022333083
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteExhaust coroded
    • NoteHeadlamp glasses poor

  20. Pass61,830 miles (+745)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,830 miles
    Test number
    688261242092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteRear silencer outer skin corroding but not blowing.

  21. Pass61,085 miles (+967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,085 miles
    Test number
    148322741082
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass60,118 miles (+958)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    60,118 miles
    Test number
    771433140026
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail59,160 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,160 miles
    Test number
    452321408494
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass59,160 miles (+710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    59,160 miles
    Test number
    640171008302
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass58,450 miles (+1,607)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    58,450 miles
    Test number
    963210958010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAll tyres deteriorated
    • NoteFront discs corroded

  26. Pass56,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,843 miles
    Test number
    392366467079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S42 MDG

Does S42 MDG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S42 MDG expired on 25 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S42 MDG?
The MOT on S42 MDG expired on 25 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S42 MDG done?
S42 MDG was recorded at 78,528 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 1,143 miles a year.
Has S42 MDG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 MDG has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S42 MDG 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 S42 MDG find?
S42 MDG failed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 11 advisories: front engine mounting fractured; bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position; central rear seat belt not functioning as intended, and 16 more.

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