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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S818 VEVMOT history

S818 VEV is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 13 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 201,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2026
Mileage
201,002 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S818 VEV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S818 VEV was last recorded at 201,002 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 1,601 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,401 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,601 miles
Average per year
5,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 201,002 miles
  • 2025 – 199,401 miles
  • 2024 – 196,242 miles
  • 2023 – 192,843 miles
  • 2022 – 188,890 miles
  • 2021 – 186,572 miles
  • 2020 – 183,934 miles
  • 2019 – 181,458 miles
  • 2018 – 178,787 miles
  • 2017 – 167,243 miles
  • 2016 – 167,240 miles
  • 2015 – 161,288 miles
  • 2014 – 154,843 miles
  • 2013 – 148,429 miles
  • 2012 – 141,794 miles
  • 2011 – 132,684 miles
  • 2010 – 122,814 miles
  • 2009 – 114,026 miles
  • 2008 – 105,220 miles
  • 2007 – 95,252 miles
  • 2006 – 85,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail201,002 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail201,002 miles (+1,601)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,002 miles
    Test number
    749231234681
    • 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 emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass199,401 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    199,401 miles
    Test number
    526205746450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail199,385 miles (+3,143)2 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,385 miles
    Test number
    558727383701
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass196,242 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    196,242 miles
    Test number
    143160730915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail196,217 miles (+3,374)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,217 miles
    Test number
    391875954146
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass192,843 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    192,843 miles
    Test number
    106180539920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail192,821 miles (+3,931)2 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,821 miles
    Test number
    758915613050
    • DangerousNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to fail corroded (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass188,890 miles (+2,318)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    188,890 miles
    Test number
    449905357910
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass186,572 miles (+2,638)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    186,572 miles
    Test number
    941524154687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass183,934 miles (+2,476)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    183,934 miles
    Test number
    542782843245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass181,458 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    181,458 miles
    Test number
    999152308297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail181,447 miles (+2,660)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,447 miles
    Test number
    938146583027
    • 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))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  13. Pass178,787 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    178,787 miles
    Test number
    849046679373
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail178,780 miles (+11,537)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,780 miles
    Test number
    720150087400
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass167,243 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    167,243 miles
    Test number
    279950113902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail173,324 miles (+6,084)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,324 miles
    Test number
    406295992381
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass167,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    167,240 miles
    Test number
    783705725444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail167,233 miles (+5,945)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,233 miles
    Test number
    564538498064
    • FailureCentre 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass161,288 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    161,288 miles
    Test number
    682371344976
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  20. Fail161,288 miles (+6,445)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,288 miles
    Test number
    194551465512
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all 4 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  21. Pass154,843 miles (+6,414)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    154,843 miles
    Test number
    626863654280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass148,429 miles (+6,635)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    148,429 miles
    Test number
    676921063275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass141,794 miles (+9,110)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    141,794 miles
    Test number
    218106952231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass132,684 miles (+9,870)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    132,684 miles
    Test number
    687351951232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass122,814 miles (+8,788)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    122,814 miles
    Test number
    253658750234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass114,026 miles (+8,806)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    114,026 miles
    Test number
    134184769205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass105,220 miles (+9,968)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    105,220 miles
    Test number
    940933858258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass95,252 miles (+9,268)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    95,252 miles
    Test number
    181839947260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass85,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    85,984 miles
    Test number
    200425056208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S818 VEV

Does S818 VEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S818 VEV expired on 7 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S818 VEV?
The MOT on S818 VEV expired on 7 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S818 VEV done?
S818 VEV was recorded at 201,002 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 5,733 miles a year.
Has S818 VEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S818 VEV has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S818 VEV 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 S818 VEV find?
S818 VEV failed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 6 major defects: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration, and 3 more.

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