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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S785 JOHMOT history

S785 JOH is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 15 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 9 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 90,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Nov 2026
Mileage
90,849 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,770 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S785 JOH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
15 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S785 JOH was last recorded at 90,849 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 2,887 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Sept 2006: 17,496 miles, lower than 36,625 miles on 13 Apr 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
87,962 miles · 24 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
2,887 miles
Average per year
2,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,849 miles
  • 2024 – 87,962 miles
  • 2022 – 87,511 miles
  • 2021 – 87,051 miles
  • 2020 – 85,234 miles
  • 2019 – 84,053 miles
  • 2018 – 83,608 miles
  • 2017 – 82,765 miles
  • 2016 – 80,820 miles
  • 2015 – 76,795 miles
  • 2014 – 71,082 miles
  • 2013 – 64,988 miles
  • 2012 – 59,885 miles
  • 2011 – 56,860 miles
  • 2010 – 51,687 miles
  • 2009 – 45,941 miles
  • 2008 – 41,141 miles
  • 2007 – 39,611 miles
  • 2006 – 17,496 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,849 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    90,849 miles
    Test number
    834780204842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail90,849 miles (+2,887)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,849 miles
    Test number
    534037768676
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass87,962 miles (+451)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    87,962 miles
    Test number
    687019678819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass87,511 miles (+460)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    87,511 miles
    Test number
    504844070284
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  5. Pass87,051 miles (+1,817)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    87,051 miles
    Test number
    901983509633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,234 miles (+1,181)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    85,234 miles
    Test number
    399098042385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,053 miles (+445)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    84,053 miles
    Test number
    490462097373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,608 miles (+843)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    83,608 miles
    Test number
    788297904385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass82,765 miles (+1,945)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    82,765 miles
    Test number
    521981082505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,820 miles (+4,025)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    80,820 miles
    Test number
    385432622935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,795 miles (+107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    76,795 miles
    Test number
    686094997130
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail76,688 miles (+5,606)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,688 miles
    Test number
    673811188481
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass71,082 miles (+6,094)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    71,082 miles
    Test number
    575355954224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,988 miles (+69)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,988 miles
    Test number
    425216463276
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteComplete exhaust system deteriorated

  15. Fail64,919 miles (+5,034)4 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,919 miles
    Test number
    857000963222
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteComplete exhaust system deteriorated

  16. Pass59,885 miles (+3,025)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    59,885 miles
    Test number
    396600852423
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass56,860 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    56,860 miles
    Test number
    525679671251
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc worn
    • NoteOffside front brake disc worn

  18. Fail56,859 miles (+5,172)3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,859 miles
    Test number
    517669771270
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc worn
    • NoteOffside front brake disc worn

  19. Pass51,687 miles (+5,746)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,687 miles
    Test number
    462774770280
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront discs slightly worn

  20. Pass45,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    45,941 miles
    Test number
    533663079291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,941 miles (+4,800)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,941 miles
    Test number
    722092079297
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass41,141 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,141 miles
    Test number
    851104778218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,141 miles (+1,530)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,141 miles
    Test number
    921184578216
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

  24. Pass39,611 miles (+22,115)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    39,611 miles
    Test number
    332684367231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,496 miles (-19,129)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,496 miles
    Test number
    341842876450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,625 miles
    Test number
    281083406152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S785 JOH

Does S785 JOH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S785 JOH is valid until 9 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S785 JOH?
The MOT on S785 JOH is valid until 9 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S785 JOH done?
S785 JOH was recorded at 90,849 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 2,770 miles a year.
Has S785 JOH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S785 JOH has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S785 JOH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Sept 2006. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S785 JOH find?
S785 JOH passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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