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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,398 cc

S74 CFAMOT history

S74 CFA is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 21 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2022 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2022
Mileage
121,020 mi
At MOT on 29 Mar 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S74 CFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S74 CFA was last recorded at 121,020 miles on 29 Mar 2022, 283 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,737 miles · 19 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
283 miles
Average per year
4,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 121,020 miles
  • 2021 – 120,737 miles
  • 2020 – 120,572 miles
  • 2019 – 118,220 miles
  • 2018 – 115,474 miles
  • 2017 – 111,219 miles
  • 2016 – 106,522 miles
  • 2015 – 101,961 miles
  • 2014 – 101,450 miles
  • 2013 – 98,850 miles
  • 2012 – 94,152 miles
  • 2011 – 88,507 miles
  • 2010 – 82,797 miles
  • 2009 – 78,180 miles
  • 2008 – 72,289 miles
  • 2007 – 62,741 miles
  • 2006 – 53,099 miles
  • 2005 – 45,255 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail121,020 miles
  • MajorEmissions not tested Centre silencer leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail121,020 miles (+283)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,020 miles
    Test number
    217974753388
    • MajorEmissions not tested Centre silencer leaking (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass120,737 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    120,737 miles
    Test number
    469814659846
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint behind catalytic converter (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail120,737 miles (+165)2 dangerous2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,737 miles
    Test number
    803865270683
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint behind catalytic converter (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass120,572 miles (+37)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    120,572 miles
    Test number
    408081273702
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail120,535 miles (+2,315)6 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,535 miles
    Test number
    236215663833
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass118,220 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    118,220 miles
    Test number
    122711259194
    • MinorOffside Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Slight damage (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail118,220 miles (+2,746)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,220 miles
    Test number
    965269425563
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective No image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust system insecure Rubber mount missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective No image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Slight damage (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Age cracks (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass115,474 miles (+11)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    115,474 miles
    Test number
    411879196756
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail115,463 miles (+4,244)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,463 miles
    Test number
    396396802453
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass111,219 miles (+4,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    111,219 miles
    Test number
    821063262031
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass106,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,522 miles
    Test number
    269091996782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail106,522 miles (+4,561)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,522 miles
    Test number
    972724683626
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass101,961 miles (+18)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    101,961 miles
    Test number
    155097875090
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  14. Fail101,943 miles (+493)4 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,943 miles
    Test number
    316901375069
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

  15. Pass101,450 miles (+2,600)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    101,450 miles
    Test number
    125973174010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,850 miles (+4,698)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    98,850 miles
    Test number
    815532173014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,152 miles (+5,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    94,152 miles
    Test number
    305046472092
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail88,507 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,507 miles
    Test number
    557208381021
    • Repaired at testRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  19. Pass88,507 miles (+5,710)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    88,507 miles
    Test number
    945548881006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass82,797 miles (+4,617)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    82,797 miles
    Test number
    674106370073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,180 miles (+5,891)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    78,180 miles
    Test number
    972032099016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass72,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    72,289 miles
    Test number
    950736158248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail72,289 miles (+9,548)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,289 miles
    Test number
    303806458463
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  24. Pass62,741 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    62,741 miles
    Test number
    724396357268
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear tyres 2.5 mm and edges worn (swapped from front)

  25. Fail62,741 miles (+9,642)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,741 miles
    Test number
    963556757247
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  26. Pass53,099 miles (+7,844)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,099 miles
    Test number
    764712766257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass45,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    45,255 miles
    Test number
    484667355295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S74 CFA

Does S74 CFA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S74 CFA expired on 1 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S74 CFA?
The MOT on S74 CFA expired on 1 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S74 CFA done?
S74 CFA was recorded at 121,020 miles at its MOT on 29 Mar 2022, an average of 4,582 miles a year.
Has S74 CFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S74 CFA has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on S74 CFA 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 S74 CFA find?
S74 CFA failed its latest MOT on 29 Mar 2022 with 6 major defects and 8 advisories: emissions not tested centre silencer leaking; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer; nearside front macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play, and 11 more.

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