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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T228 LBJMOT history

T228 LBJ is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 8 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 75,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
75,845 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,718 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T228 LBJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T228 LBJ was last recorded at 75,845 miles on 29 May 2026, 3,753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,092 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,753 miles
Average per year
1,718 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,845 miles
  • 2025 – 72,092 miles
  • 2024 – 66,390 miles
  • 2023 – 65,356 miles
  • 2022 – 65,315 miles
  • 2021 – 62,676 miles
  • 2020 – 61,350 miles
  • 2019 – 59,524 miles
  • 2018 – 57,509 miles
  • 2017 – 56,094 miles
  • 2016 – 54,961 miles
  • 2015 – 53,916 miles
  • 2014 – 52,963 miles
  • 2013 – 51,986 miles
  • 2012 – 50,707 miles
  • 2011 – 49,398 miles
  • 2010 – 47,860 miles
  • 2009 – 45,701 miles
  • 2008 – 43,993 miles
  • 2007 – 42,594 miles
  • 2006 – 40,955 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,845 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin 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.

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,845 miles (+3,753)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    75,845 miles
    Test number
    118360296176
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box outer skin corroded

  2. Pass72,092 miles (+301)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    72,092 miles
    Test number
    342870321334
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  3. Fail71,791 miles (+5,401)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,791 miles
    Test number
    661905686513
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  4. Pass66,390 miles (+1,034)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    66,390 miles
    Test number
    994516010432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sil (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  5. Pass65,356 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    65,356 miles
    Test number
    120253618138
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres 1956015 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  6. Fail65,356 miles (+41)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,356 miles
    Test number
    560519356857
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres 1956015 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  7. Pass65,315 miles (+2,639)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    65,315 miles
    Test number
    753367935978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (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))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass62,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    62,676 miles
    Test number
    652817248032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,676 miles (+1,326)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,676 miles
    Test number
    733386222134
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass61,350 miles (+1,826)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    61,350 miles
    Test number
    864961926928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass59,524 miles (+2,015)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,524 miles
    Test number
    126550382204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,509 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    57,509 miles
    Test number
    562112340855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,509 miles (+1,415)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,509 miles
    Test number
    702924112372
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass56,094 miles (+1,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    56,094 miles
    Test number
    989487956294
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass54,961 miles (+1,045)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,961 miles
    Test number
    877180566011
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront discs look thin
    • AdvisoryMinor leak from steering rack (o/s gaiter)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box outer skin rusted through

  16. Pass53,916 miles (+953)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,916 miles
    Test number
    677119325043
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth front wipers poor
    • NoteExhaust back box in poor condition

  17. Pass52,963 miles (+977)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    52,963 miles
    Test number
    549032544082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box skin corroded

  18. Pass51,986 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,986 miles
    Test number
    436516633098
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteRear exhaust section externally corroded

  19. Fail51,986 miles (+1,279)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,986 miles
    Test number
    476596933079
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteRear exhaust section externally corroded

  20. Pass50,707 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,707 miles
    Test number
    105344822472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,707 miles (+1,309)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,707 miles
    Test number
    968354722080
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Fail49,398 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,398 miles
    Test number
    767373731079
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass49,398 miles (+1,538)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    49,398 miles
    Test number
    945903931025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,860 miles (+2,159)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    47,860 miles
    Test number
    731661440055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass45,701 miles (+1,708)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    45,701 miles
    Test number
    680331449022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,993 miles (+1,399)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    43,993 miles
    Test number
    324897438064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass42,594 miles (+1,639)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    42,594 miles
    Test number
    851739237067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass40,955 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    40,955 miles
    Test number
    133838836032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T228 LBJ

Does T228 LBJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T228 LBJ is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T228 LBJ?
The MOT on T228 LBJ is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T228 LBJ done?
T228 LBJ was recorded at 75,845 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 1,718 miles a year.
Has T228 LBJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T228 LBJ has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T228 LBJ 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 T228 LBJ find?
T228 LBJ passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust back box outer skin corroded.

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