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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S785 NECMOT history

S785 NEC is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 24 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2021 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 159,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2021
Mileage
159,606 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2021
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,163 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S785 NEC
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
24 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

S785 NEC was last recorded at 159,606 miles on 10 Dec 2021, 3,737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,869 miles · 4 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
3,737 miles
Average per year
5,163 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 159,606 miles
  • 2020 – 155,869 miles
  • 2019 – 150,637 miles
  • 2018 – 147,500 miles
  • 2017 – 142,404 miles
  • 2016 – 137,906 miles
  • 2015 – 133,040 miles
  • 2014 – 127,724 miles
  • 2013 – 124,835 miles
  • 2012 – 120,636 miles
  • 2011 – 115,309 miles
  • 2010 – 109,075 miles
  • 2009 – 101,416 miles
  • 2008 – 94,305 miles
  • 2007 – 87,686 miles
  • 2006 – 80,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail159,606 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear inner sill cover with under sealant / both side
  • AdvisorySill cover fitted

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2008

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge of tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body area around all suspension components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail159,606 miles (+3,737)5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,606 miles
    Test number
    198353682553
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s & o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear inner sill cover with under sealant / both side
    • AdvisorySill cover fitted

  2. Pass155,869 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    155,869 miles
    Test number
    571476803322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body area around all suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted and unable to inspect outer sills
    • AdvisoryWeld repairs heavily under sealed and difficult to inspect

  3. Fail155,869 miles (+5,232)2 dangerous8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,869 miles
    Test number
    626881231692
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch area [shock absorber mount] (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill backing to wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill backing to rear wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald inner edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body area around all suspension components (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted and unable to inspect outer sills

  4. Pass150,637 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    150,637 miles
    Test number
    295732197593
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear very back sill bottom corrosion (hole)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWeld repairs heavily undersealed making it hard to inspect fully
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s rear backing sills heavily undersealed making hard to inspect

  5. Fail150,636 miles (+3,136)9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,636 miles
    Test number
    649102932916
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear very back sill bottom corrosion (hole)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s rear backing sills heavily undersealed making hard to inspect

  6. Pass147,500 miles (+1)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    147,500 miles
    Test number
    739428219494
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill backing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are split and perished but no ply or cords showing
    • AdvisoryEngine area wet with oil but no sign of leaking
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect outer sills due to plastic covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWeld repairs are undersealed and difficult to inspect

  7. Fail147,499 miles (+12)8 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,499 miles
    Test number
    337217960637
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill backing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill backing area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres are split and perished but no ply or cords showing
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect outer sills due to plastic covers fitted

  8. Fail147,487 miles (+5,083)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,487 miles
    Test number
    734279389907
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyre walls cracking

  9. Pass142,404 miles (+4,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    142,404 miles
    Test number
    406669452691
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  10. Pass137,906 miles (+4,866)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    137,906 miles
    Test number
    200387913478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass133,040 miles (+5,316)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    133,040 miles
    Test number
    982963983748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass127,724 miles (+2,889)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    127,724 miles
    Test number
    316631814474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass124,835 miles (+4,199)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    124,835 miles
    Test number
    126973913270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass120,636 miles (+5,327)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    120,636 miles
    Test number
    345808802288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass115,309 miles (+6,234)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    115,309 miles
    Test number
    936609801226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass109,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    109,075 miles
    Test number
    382562420433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail109,075 miles (+7,659)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,075 miles
    Test number
    354141520438
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass101,416 miles (+7,111)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    101,416 miles
    Test number
    822425009264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass94,305 miles (+6,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    94,305 miles
    Test number
    764667998145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass87,686 miles (+7,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    87,686 miles
    Test number
    480878517222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass80,451 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    80,451 miles
    Test number
    904183426205
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about S785 NEC

Does S785 NEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S785 NEC expired on 3 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S785 NEC?
The MOT on S785 NEC expired on 3 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S785 NEC done?
S785 NEC was recorded at 159,606 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2021, an average of 5,163 miles a year.
Has S785 NEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S785 NEC has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on S785 NEC 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 S785 NEC find?
S785 NEC failed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2021 with 5 major defects, 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside rear inner integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting wheel arch; nearside rear integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; nearside rear suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength, and 11 more.

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