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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S91 ETMMOT history

S91 ETM is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 15 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026 and it has passed 21 of 38 MOT tests, with 127,042 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Aug 2026
Mileage
127,042 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
38
21 passed · 17 failed
Per year
1,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S91 ETM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
15 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S91 ETM was last recorded at 127,042 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,484 miles · 6 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
558 miles
Average per year
1,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,042 miles
  • 2025 – 126,484 miles
  • 2024 – 124,575 miles
  • 2023 – 123,717 miles
  • 2022 – 122,925 miles
  • 2021 – 121,730 miles
  • 2020 – 121,336 miles
  • 2019 – 118,739 miles
  • 2018 – 114,173 miles
  • 2017 – 109,185 miles
  • 2016 – 108,070 miles
  • 2015 – 106,403 miles
  • 2014 – 105,398 miles
  • 2013 – 103,779 miles
  • 2012 – 100,580 miles
  • 2011 – 100,318 miles
  • 2010 – 99,394 miles
  • 2009 – 98,529 miles
  • 2008 – 97,170 miles
  • 2007 – 96,417 miles
  • 2006 – 94,818 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,042 miles
  • MajorCoil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened Upper Spring Mounting (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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.

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

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

38 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,042 miles (+558)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,042 miles
    Test number
    646507072025
    • MajorCoil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened Upper Spring Mounting (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel Arch (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))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass126,484 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    126,484 miles
    Test number
    524950014570
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail126,484 miles (+1,909)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,484 miles
    Test number
    243974801202
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass124,575 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    124,575 miles
    Test number
    247259980002
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail124,562 miles (+845)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,562 miles
    Test number
    442007970243
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass123,717 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    123,717 miles
    Test number
    940449066808
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail123,717 miles (+792)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,717 miles
    Test number
    332651407724
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,925 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    122,925 miles
    Test number
    275307838720
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail122,925 miles (+1,195)9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,925 miles
    Test number
    456703366275
    • 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 emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass121,730 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    121,730 miles
    Test number
    511872886134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail121,709 miles (+373)2 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,709 miles
    Test number
    889843233518
    • 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))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass121,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    121,336 miles
    Test number
    304035807129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail121,336 miles (+2,597)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,336 miles
    Test number
    322471274604
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

  14. Pass118,739 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,739 miles
    Test number
    556755687633
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail118,739 miles (+255)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,739 miles
    Test number
    784966654850
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass118,484 miles (+4,311)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    118,484 miles
    Test number
    452479797932
    • AdvisoryBoth front strut top mounts have play when vehicle raised
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aim images poor
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess both (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Pass114,173 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    114,173 miles
    Test number
    262179359466
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  18. Fail114,173 miles (+4,988)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,173 miles
    Test number
    638698120485
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  19. Pass109,185 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    109,185 miles
    Test number
    584593588041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass108,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    108,070 miles
    Test number
    972750699811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail108,070 miles (+1,667)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,070 miles
    Test number
    122157906890
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass106,403 miles (+1,005)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    106,403 miles
    Test number
    819073285131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass105,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    105,398 miles
    Test number
    856767914205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail105,397 miles (+1,618)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,397 miles
    Test number
    365747114462
    • 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)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteMil on

  25. Pass103,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    103,779 miles
    Test number
    887296723219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail103,779 miles (+3,199)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,779 miles
    Test number
    275276523241
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass100,580 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    100,580 miles
    Test number
    626638742268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass100,318 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    100,318 miles
    Test number
    836872841229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail100,318 miles (+924)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,318 miles
    Test number
    958792541222
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  30. Fail99,394 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,394 miles
    Test number
    390300630217
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass99,394 miles (+865)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    99,394 miles
    Test number
    890290730264
    • NoteOil leak

  32. Pass98,529 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    98,529 miles
    Test number
    111375429276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail98,529 miles (+1,359)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,529 miles
    Test number
    353275529216
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  34. Pass97,170 miles (+753)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    97,170 miles
    Test number
    812209238212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass96,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    96,417 miles
    Test number
    512764537251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail96,417 miles (+1,599)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,417 miles
    Test number
    350804237433
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  37. Pass94,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    94,818 miles
    Test number
    110637136246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  38. Fail94,818 miles3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,818 miles
    Test number
    331257336414
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about S91 ETM

Does S91 ETM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S91 ETM expired on 27 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S91 ETM?
The MOT on S91 ETM expired on 27 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S91 ETM done?
S91 ETM was recorded at 127,042 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 1,615 miles a year.
Has S91 ETM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S91 ETM has failed 17 of its 38 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S91 ETM 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 S91 ETM find?
S91 ETM failed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 8 major defects and 2 advisories: coil spring mounting corroded and seriously weakened upper spring mounting; nearside front track rod end ball joint has excessive play; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 7 more.

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