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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

S53 JBMMOT history

S53 JBM is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 7 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 67,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2024
Mileage
67,942 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S53 JBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S53 JBM was last recorded at 67,942 miles on 2 Feb 2023, 7,666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,276 miles · 10 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
7,666 miles
Average per year
1,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 67,942 miles
  • 2022 – 60,276 miles
  • 2021 – 60,100 miles
  • 2020 – 59,715 miles
  • 2019 – 59,115 miles
  • 2018 – 58,418 miles
  • 2017 – 57,810 miles
  • 2016 – 57,074 miles
  • 2015 – 55,772 miles
  • 2014 – 55,150 miles
  • 2013 – 54,286 miles
  • 2012 – 53,405 miles
  • 2011 – 52,319 miles
  • 2010 – 50,212 miles
  • 2009 – 47,453 miles
  • 2008 – 45,735 miles
  • 2007 – 43,203 miles
  • 2006 – 41,383 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,942 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,942 miles (+7,666)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    67,942 miles
    Test number
    253645898637
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass60,276 miles (+176)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    60,276 miles
    Test number
    598107475167
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective And offside front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And offside front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing And offside rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass60,100 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    60,100 miles
    Test number
    494162988432
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinholed (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both shocks slightly weak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/wearing outer edges , cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked , wearing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel slightly high

  4. Fail60,100 miles (+385)2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,100 miles
    Test number
    359832031831
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated pinholed (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both shocks slightly weak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner/wearing outer edges , cracked (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked , wearing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel slightly high

  5. Pass59,715 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    59,715 miles
    Test number
    573177062493
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both blades slightly split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracking/wearing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates slightly delaminating (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel slightly high

  6. Fail59,715 miles (+14)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,715 miles
    Test number
    231194936237
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both blades slightly split (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracking/wearing edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brakes slightly noisy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both plates slightly delaminating (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel slightly high

  7. Fail59,701 miles (+586)2 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,701 miles
    Test number
    493315197099
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (split) (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated inner clip leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (split) (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck breather pipe perished

  8. Pass59,115 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,115 miles
    Test number
    692771790594
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler breather hose perished.

  9. Fail59,115 miles (+697)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,115 miles
    Test number
    283361723812
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler breather hose perished.

  10. Pass58,418 miles (+608)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    58,418 miles
    Test number
    208835437327
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre perished on outer sidewall and nearly 20 years old
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low in reservoir

  11. Pass57,810 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    57,810 miles
    Test number
    550564442090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail57,793 miles (+719)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,793 miles
    Test number
    908219000182
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass57,074 miles (+1,302)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    57,074 miles
    Test number
    912036363847
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sil (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sil (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass55,772 miles (+12)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    55,772 miles
    Test number
    398870335011
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Fail55,760 miles (+610)1 failure5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,760 miles
    Test number
    478098125055
    • FailureLower engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass55,150 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    55,150 miles
    Test number
    436556834066
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking and perishing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  17. Fail55,150 miles (+864)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,150 miles
    Test number
    506766834087
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking and perishing
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

  18. Pass54,286 miles (+881)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    54,286 miles
    Test number
    666549123040
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteService light on
    • NoteSlight sweating of fuel from fuel filler breather hose

  19. Pass53,405 miles (+1,086)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    53,405 miles
    Test number
    127350932097
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • NoteMiddle and rear exhaust corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack on treads
    • NoteSlight play in steering wheel top bearing
    • NoteVarious stone chips in front windscreen

  20. Pass52,319 miles (+2,107)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    52,319 miles
    Test number
    457989021045
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass50,212 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    50,212 miles
    Test number
    803921220054
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Fail50,212 miles (+2,759)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,212 miles
    Test number
    133988710006
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass47,453 miles (+1,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    47,453 miles
    Test number
    564075719088
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  24. Pass45,735 miles (+2,532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    45,735 miles
    Test number
    322616338082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  25. Pass43,203 miles (+1,820)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    43,203 miles
    Test number
    531057737031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass41,383 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    41,383 miles
    Test number
    224071436038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail41,383 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,383 miles
    Test number
    163810036484
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about S53 JBM

Does S53 JBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S53 JBM expired on 6 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S53 JBM?
The MOT on S53 JBM expired on 6 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S53 JBM done?
S53 JBM was recorded at 67,942 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2023, an average of 1,562 miles a year.
Has S53 JBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S53 JBM has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on S53 JBM 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 S53 JBM find?
S53 JBM passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres.

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