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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T166 SEFMOT history

T166 SEF is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 110,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2023
Mileage
110,052 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T166 SEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T166 SEF was last recorded at 110,052 miles on 17 Feb 2022, 1,547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,505 miles · 27 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
1,547 miles
Average per year
4,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,052 miles
  • 2021 – 108,505 miles
  • 2019 – 105,389 miles
  • 2018 – 102,790 miles
  • 2017 – 100,502 miles
  • 2016 – 98,321 miles
  • 2015 – 95,361 miles
  • 2014 – 91,840 miles
  • 2013 – 88,874 miles
  • 2012 – 85,489 miles
  • 2011 – 79,926 miles
  • 2010 – 73,083 miles
  • 2009 – 64,465 miles
  • 2008 – 55,921 miles
  • 2007 – 50,034 miles
  • 2006 – 43,791 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,052 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt link rod (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,052 miles (+1,547)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    110,052 miles
    Test number
    270273082016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass108,505 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    108,505 miles
    Test number
    802770942096
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front, both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail108,505 miles (+3,116)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,505 miles
    Test number
    774648980955
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front, both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass105,389 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,389 miles
    Test number
    453102950311
    • 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 to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOff side mirror unit casing missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Fail105,389 miles (+2,599)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,389 miles
    Test number
    298065811695
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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 to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOff side mirror unit casing missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass102,790 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    102,790 miles
    Test number
    606784869374
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system excessively deteriorated in places
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail102,790 miles (+2,288)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,790 miles
    Test number
    209992074758
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below minimam
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level below minimam
    • AdvisoryExhaust system excessively deteriorated in places
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass100,502 miles (+37)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    100,502 miles
    Test number
    803400902381
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt link rod (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisorySuspension components+chassis members+brake pipes+ferrules+exhaust corroding

  9. Fail100,465 miles (+2,144)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,465 miles
    Test number
    522046049365
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt link rod (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges
    • AdvisorySuspension components+chassis members+brake pipes+ferrules+exhaust corroding

  10. Pass98,321 miles (+2,960)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    98,321 miles
    Test number
    574179535945
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat belt wearing,suspension components+brake pipes+ferrules corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside front link rod boot wearing

  11. Pass95,361 miles8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,361 miles
    Test number
    249379365107
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn close to legal limit.
    • NoteSpare tyre below legal limit

  12. Fail95,361 miles (+3,521)2 repaired8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,361 miles
    Test number
    357099865121
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteNear side front tyre worn close to legal limit.
    • NoteSpare tyre below legal limit

  13. Pass91,840 miles (+2,966)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,840 miles
    Test number
    425863564171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass88,874 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    88,874 miles
    Test number
    578904863150
    • AdvisoryFront engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges+cuts,brake pipes+ferrules corroding,exhaust slight leaks/poor condition,suspension components+chassis members corroding,engin misfiring,oil leaks

  15. Fail88,874 miles (+3,385)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,874 miles
    Test number
    638244063107
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges+cuts,brake pipes+ferrules corroding,exhaust slight leaks/poor condition,suspension components+chassis members corroding,engin misfiring,oil leaks

  16. Fail85,489 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,489 miles
    Test number
    398746662160
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteDrivers seat belt wearing,cuts in nearside front tyre,exhaust slight leaks/poor condition,brake pipes corroding,oil leaks

  17. Pass85,489 miles (+5,563)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    85,489 miles
    Test number
    878626162174
    • NoteDrivers seat belt wearing,cuts in nearside front tyre,exhaust slight leaks/poor condition,brake pipes corroding,oil leaks

  18. Pass79,926 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,926 miles
    Test number
    898862471117
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail79,879 miles (+6,796)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,879 miles
    Test number
    548118561175
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake pads and discs worn.

  20. Pass73,083 miles (+8,618)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    73,083 miles
    Test number
    473948060126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,465 miles (+8,544)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    64,465 miles
    Test number
    532199379055
    • NoteCheck rear brakes readings low to n/s
    • NoteExhaust rusty
    • NoteFront & rear brake pipes getting rusty clean & grease
    • NoteN/s/f/wiper blade spliting on end
    • NoteRear tyres getting low on tread depth & n/s/rear cut on outter wall
    • NoteRear wiper blade split

  22. Pass55,921 miles (+5,887)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    55,921 miles
    Test number
    222013698092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,034 miles (+6,243)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    50,034 miles
    Test number
    364939087050
    • NoteN/s doorm mirror cracked

  24. Pass43,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    43,791 miles
    Test number
    640983496034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T166 SEF

Does T166 SEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T166 SEF expired on 16 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T166 SEF?
The MOT on T166 SEF expired on 16 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T166 SEF done?
T166 SEF was recorded at 110,052 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2022, an average of 4,173 miles a year.
Has T166 SEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T166 SEF has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T166 SEF 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 T166 SEF find?
T166 SEF passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2022 with 9 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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