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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,598 cc

S97 HOJMOT history

S97 HOJ is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 23 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 68,960 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2024
Mileage
68,960 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,362 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S97 HOJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
23 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S97 HOJ was last recorded at 68,960 miles on 5 Jul 2023, 5,326 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,634 miles · 15 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
5,326 miles
Average per year
2,362 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 68,960 miles
  • 2022 – 63,634 miles
  • 2021 – 60,313 miles
  • 2020 – 57,610 miles
  • 2019 – 53,053 miles
  • 2018 – 47,244 miles
  • 2017 – 47,135 miles
  • 2016 – 46,735 miles
  • 2015 – 46,231 miles
  • 2014 – 45,500 miles
  • 2013 – 44,670 miles
  • 2012 – 43,534 miles
  • 2011 – 42,152 miles
  • 2010 – 40,814 miles
  • 2009 – 39,004 miles
  • 2008 – 35,752 miles
  • 2007 – 32,859 miles
  • 2006 – 29,837 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,960 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded clamp missing
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm tread edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s/r & o/s/r axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake sensor valve spring not tensioned
  • AdvisoryEngine coolant below minimum level
  • AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r brake pipes corroded

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass68,960 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    68,960 miles
    Test number
    453224382373
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded clamp missing
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm tread edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s/r & o/s/r axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake sensor valve spring not tensioned
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant below minimum level
    • AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r brake pipes corroded

  2. Fail68,960 miles (+5,326)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,960 miles
    Test number
    182218248268
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust corroded clamp missing
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm tread edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm tread inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s/r & o/s/r axle bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake sensor valve spring not tensioned
    • AdvisoryEngine coolant below minimum level
    • AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r brake pipes corroded

  3. Pass63,634 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    63,634 miles
    Test number
    271310373164
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail63,632 miles (+3,319)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,632 miles
    Test number
    165622502690
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass60,313 miles (+2,703)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    60,313 miles
    Test number
    638950357185
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose and wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose and wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust deteriorated

  6. Pass57,610 miles (+4,557)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    57,610 miles
    Test number
    302122394800
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass53,053 miles (+5,809)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    53,053 miles
    Test number
    936559597961
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  8. Pass47,244 miles (+109)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    47,244 miles
    Test number
    669408019124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated

  9. Pass47,135 miles (+400)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    47,135 miles
    Test number
    307504299234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass46,735 miles (+504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    46,735 miles
    Test number
    175975660420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass46,231 miles (+731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    46,231 miles
    Test number
    894496957573
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to flexi hose (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass45,500 miles (+830)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    45,500 miles
    Test number
    536030254387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorated

  13. Pass44,670 miles (+1,136)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    44,670 miles
    Test number
    886650653391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust rear silencer outer skin slightly deteriorated

  14. Pass43,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    146013552391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,534 miles (+1,382)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,534 miles
    Test number
    709213352394
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteExhaust front pipe quite loose (but not blowing).

  16. Pass42,152 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,152 miles
    Test number
    617496941342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,814 miles (+1,810)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,814 miles
    Test number
    113268140390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,004 miles (+3,252)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,004 miles
    Test number
    853162949364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,752 miles (+2,893)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    35,752 miles
    Test number
    200426648336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,859 miles (+3,022)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    32,859 miles
    Test number
    174002057349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail29,837 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,837 miles
    Test number
    174186846304
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO /s front h/light pattern slightly distorted

  22. Pass29,837 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    29,837 miles
    Test number
    221056646303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteO /s front h/light pattern slightly distorted

Questions about S97 HOJ

Does S97 HOJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S97 HOJ expired on 4 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S97 HOJ?
The MOT on S97 HOJ expired on 4 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S97 HOJ done?
S97 HOJ was recorded at 68,960 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2023, an average of 2,362 miles a year.
Has S97 HOJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S97 HOJ has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on S97 HOJ 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 S97 HOJ find?
S97 HOJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2023 with 8 advisories: central exhaust corroded clamp missing; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 0mm tread edges, and 5 more.

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