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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

S780 TCJMOT history

S780 TCJ is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 29 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 22 of 33 MOT tests, with 151,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
151,180 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2025
MOT tests
33
22 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S780 TCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S780 TCJ was last recorded at 151,180 miles on 29 Jan 2025, 25,421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,759 miles · 18 Jan 2020
Between the last two tests
25,421 miles
Average per year
4,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,180 miles
  • 2020 – 125,759 miles
  • 2019 – 119,872 miles
  • 2018 – 111,953 miles
  • 2017 – 109,909 miles
  • 2016 – 105,452 miles
  • 2015 – 100,759 miles
  • 2014 – 100,568 miles
  • 2013 – 93,871 miles
  • 2012 – 91,667 miles
  • 2011 – 84,972 miles
  • 2010 – 80,830 miles
  • 2009 – 76,096 miles
  • 2008 – 69,752 miles
  • 2007 – 64,442 miles
  • 2006 – 58,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill closing panel (6.1.1 (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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack /pipes

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Cut in near side front tyre outer side wall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Mounting points

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Power steering rack damp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    778510543204
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill closing panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass151,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    151,180 miles
    Test number
    324684726158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    921720770481
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. FailMileage not read1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    320315740920
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    462606160351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. FailMileage not read1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    509514416861
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    541967356329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    768216916884
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    435340632510
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCut in near side front tyre outer side wall
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Mounting points (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack damp
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  10. FailMileage not read3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    390718232188
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCut in near side front tyre outer side wall
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Mounting points (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering rack damp
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  11. Pass125,759 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    125,759 miles
    Test number
    980601634054
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack /pipes (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered

  12. Fail125,758 miles (+5,886)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,758 miles
    Test number
    112634742729
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack /pipes (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered

  13. Pass119,872 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    119,872 miles
    Test number
    850266408261
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack /pipes (2.1.5 (a))

  14. Fail119,871 miles (+7,918)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,871 miles
    Test number
    269980785246
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack /pipes (2.1.5 (a))

  15. Pass111,953 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    111,953 miles
    Test number
    267425765114
    • AdvisoryDampness around steering rack

  16. Fail111,935 miles (+2,026)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,935 miles
    Test number
    338343098197
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryDampness around steering rack

  17. Pass109,909 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,909 miles
    Test number
    849779438979
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Poor pattern (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail109,908 miles (+4,456)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,908 miles
    Test number
    682821147124
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Poor pattern (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass105,452 miles (+4,693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    105,452 miles
    Test number
    231457323969
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Recommend changing (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass100,759 miles (+191)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    100,759 miles
    Test number
    216053535026
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn to 1.6mm

  21. Pass100,568 miles (+3,249)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    100,568 miles
    Test number
    195703664348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass97,319 miles (+3,448)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    97,319 miles
    Test number
    576736214023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on inner edges
    • NoteExhuast system deteriorated

  23. Pass93,871 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    93,871 miles
    Test number
    119671423408
    • NoteSteering rack damp

  24. Fail93,871 miles (+2,204)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,871 miles
    Test number
    957707013007
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSteering rack damp

  25. Pass91,667 miles (+6,695)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    91,667 miles
    Test number
    117670532064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass84,972 miles (+4,142)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    84,972 miles
    Test number
    169046921471
    • NoteAge cracking to suspension rubbers
    • NoteChips in screen
    • NoteDampness around rack
    • NoteFront metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteUnable to check sills due to skirts

  27. Pass80,830 miles (+4,734)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    80,830 miles
    Test number
    252270320061
    • NoteAdvance movement in o/s/f steering arm needs attention
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSlight movement in n/s/f steering arm
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

  28. Pass76,096 miles (+6,344)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    76,096 miles
    Test number
    132971229057
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteHigh rear brake imbalance 20%
    • NoteOsr parking brake effort slow
    • NoteOuter sills covered
    • NoteStone chips and scratches to windscreen

  29. Fail69,752 miles2 repaired8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,752 miles
    Test number
    232903628036
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth headlight beam patterns poor
    • NoteO/s/r sill dented
    • NoteParking brake application uneven may need attention soon
    • NoteRear number plate slight water damaged
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
    • NoteUnable to check metal brake pipes fully due to being greased
    • NoteUnablr to check outer sills fully due to side skirts fitted

  30. Pass69,752 miles (+5,310)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    69,752 miles
    Test number
    954713728000
    • NoteBoth headlight beam patterns poor
    • NoteO/s/r sill dented
    • NoteParking brake application uneven may need attention soon
    • NoteRear number plate slight water damaged
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
    • NoteUnable to check metal brake pipes fully due to being greased
    • NoteUnablr to check outer sills fully due to side skirts fitted

  31. Pass64,442 miles (+5,684)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    64,442 miles
    Test number
    150936917016
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight engine oil leaks
    • NoteSlight play in steering system
    • NoteUnable to check operation of o/s rear seat belt as child seat fitted
    • NoteUnable to fully check hydraulic systems due to under car wet condition

  32. Fail58,758 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,758 miles
    Test number
    123980126442
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSliht movement in steering rack
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
    • NoteUnable to check o/s/r seatbelt due to child seat fitted

  33. Pass58,758 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    58,758 miles
    Test number
    592990126029
    • NoteExhaust corroded
    • NoteSliht movement in steering rack
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
    • NoteUnable to check o/s/r seatbelt due to child seat fitted

Questions about S780 TCJ

Does S780 TCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S780 TCJ is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S780 TCJ?
The MOT on S780 TCJ is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S780 TCJ done?
S780 TCJ was recorded at 151,180 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2025, an average of 4,858 miles a year.
Has S780 TCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S780 TCJ has failed 11 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S780 TCJ 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 S780 TCJ find?
S780 TCJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill closing panel.

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