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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,799 cc

S79 BJKMOT history

S79 BJK is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 81,189 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jun 2027
Mileage
81,189 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S79 BJK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S79 BJK was last recorded at 81,189 miles on 30 Jun 2026, 2,046 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,143 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,046 miles
Average per year
2,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,189 miles
  • 2025 – 79,143 miles
  • 2024 – 78,009 miles
  • 2023 – 75,862 miles
  • 2022 – 73,387 miles
  • 2021 – 70,884 miles
  • 2020 – 70,343 miles
  • 2019 – 68,757 miles
  • 2018 – 66,862 miles
  • 2017 – 64,098 miles
  • 2016 – 60,746 miles
  • 2015 – 56,963 miles
  • 2014 – 53,119 miles
  • 2013 – 49,651 miles
  • 2012 – 46,587 miles
  • 2011 – 43,166 miles
  • 2010 – 40,006 miles
  • 2009 – 36,110 miles
  • 2008 – 36,089 miles
  • 2007 – 34,498 miles
  • 2006 – 31,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,189 miles

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt seeping grease. (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass81,189 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    81,189 miles
    Test number
    470531695332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass79,143 miles (+1,134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    79,143 miles
    Test number
    498859173590
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass78,009 miles (+2,147)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    78,009 miles
    Test number
    941033116477
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing at inner edge.
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working.

  4. Pass75,862 miles (+2,475)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    75,862 miles
    Test number
    835634702505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,387 miles (+2,503)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    73,387 miles
    Test number
    317502375737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,884 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    70,884 miles
    Test number
    501546686461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail70,878 miles (+535)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,878 miles
    Test number
    626725536435
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  8. Pass70,343 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    70,343 miles
    Test number
    753669186337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail70,337 miles (+1,580)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,337 miles
    Test number
    798552855624
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  10. Pass68,757 miles (+1,895)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    68,757 miles
    Test number
    399564915342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,862 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,862 miles
    Test number
    321595158070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt seeping grease. (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail66,861 miles (+2,763)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,861 miles
    Test number
    677110952583
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill, within seat mount prescribed area. (5.2.6)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt seeping grease. (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass64,098 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    64,098 miles
    Test number
    118644439307
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Fail64,094 miles (+3,348)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,094 miles
    Test number
    744574495012
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn close to 2mm tread indicators (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass60,746 miles (+3,783)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    60,746 miles
    Test number
    179753885430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass56,963 miles (+3,844)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    56,963 miles
    Test number
    219469915057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,119 miles (+3,468)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,119 miles
    Test number
    638177514077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,651 miles (+3,064)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,651 miles
    Test number
    175215713440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass46,587 miles (+3,421)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    46,587 miles
    Test number
    486921712028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass43,166 miles (+3,160)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    43,166 miles
    Test number
    219194621087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,006 miles (+3,896)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    40,006 miles
    Test number
    802498020052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass36,110 miles (+1)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    36,110 miles
    Test number
    472342949097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll flexable brake hose ferrules corroding
    • NoteCorosion right outer sill mainly front of
    • NoteRight front tyre and both rear tyres cracking/deteriating

  23. Fail36,109 miles (+20)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,109 miles
    Test number
    624341049010
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAll flexable brake hose ferrules corroding
    • NoteCorosion right outer sill mainly front of
    • NoteRight front tyre and both rear tyres cracking/deteriating

  24. Pass36,089 miles (+1,591)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    36,089 miles
    Test number
    262469818239
    • NoteFront tyres starting to perrish
    • NoteRear tyres perrished and cracking on walls

  25. Pass34,498 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    34,498 miles
    Test number
    212157847223
    • NoteSee previous vt 32 attached

  26. Fail34,497 miles (+2,894)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,497 miles
    Test number
    491600847207
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  27. Fail31,603 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,603 miles
    Test number
    313323336414
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront disc pads low

  28. Pass31,603 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,603 miles
    Test number
    793093336270
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront disc pads low

Questions about S79 BJK

Does S79 BJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S79 BJK is valid until 29 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S79 BJK?
The MOT on S79 BJK is valid until 29 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S79 BJK done?
S79 BJK was recorded at 81,189 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2026, an average of 2,497 miles a year.
Has S79 BJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S79 BJK has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on S79 BJK 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 S79 BJK find?
S79 BJK passed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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