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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T228 LRLMOT history

T228 LRL is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 87,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2022
Mileage
87,290 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2021
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T228 LRL
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
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T228 LRL was last recorded at 87,290 miles on 18 Oct 2021, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,284 miles · 7 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 87,290 miles
  • 2020 – 83,581 miles
  • 2019 – 78,480 miles
  • 2018 – 75,314 miles
  • 2017 – 71,484 miles
  • 2016 – 69,071 miles
  • 2015 – 65,311 miles
  • 2014 – 62,838 miles
  • 2013 – 58,665 miles
  • 2012 – 56,429 miles
  • 2011 – 51,269 miles
  • 2010 – 47,600 miles
  • 2009 – 41,430 miles
  • 2008 – 32,286 miles
  • 2007 – 24,924 miles
  • 2006 – 24,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,290 miles
  • AdvisoryECU insecure n/s inner wingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryLight corrosion to o/s and n/s rear axle mountingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Light corrosion to n/s front brake pipe

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Light corrosion to o/s and n/s rear axle beam mounting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Corrosion to rear exhaust box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front plate cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass87,290 miles (+6)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    87,290 miles
    Test number
    288590261694
    • AdvisoryECU insecure n/s inner wing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to o/s and n/s rear axle mounting

  2. Fail87,284 miles (+3,703)1 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,284 miles
    Test number
    609990971945
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded by tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryECU insecure n/s inner wing
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to o/s and n/s rear axle mounting

  3. Pass83,581 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    83,581 miles
    Test number
    492380850926
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn on inside face
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to brake pipes by petrol tank
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to n/s/f brake pipe
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to o/s and n/s rear axle beam mountings
    • AdvisoryN/s front seat belt slow to recoil
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre close to 1.6mm legal limit

  4. Fail83,581 miles (+5,101)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,581 miles
    Test number
    684846588021
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn on inside face
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to brake pipes by petrol tank
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to n/s/f brake pipe
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to o/s and n/s rear axle beam mountings
    • AdvisoryN/s front seat belt slow to recoil
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre close to 1.6mm legal limit

  5. Pass78,480 miles (+123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    78,480 miles
    Test number
    880248960436
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipe cleaned
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to n/s front brake pipe
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to o/s and n/s rear axle beam mounting

  6. Fail78,357 miles (+3,043)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,357 miles
    Test number
    188193274384
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust blowing (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to n/s front brake pipe
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion to o/s and n/s rear axle beam mounting

  7. Pass75,314 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,314 miles
    Test number
    660835388528
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deterioating
    • AdvisorySlight blow to rear exhaust box

  8. Fail75,314 miles (+3,830)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,314 miles
    Test number
    659093460006
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deterioating
    • AdvisorySlight blow to rear exhaust box

  9. Pass71,484 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,484 miles
    Test number
    577658986584
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear exhaust box

  10. Fail71,434 miles (+2,363)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,434 miles
    Test number
    491526460391
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect x 2 no image (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear exhaust box
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edge

  11. Pass69,071 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2017
    Odometer
    69,071 miles
    Test number
    301148953800
    • AdvisoryFront plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFull sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear box rusty
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  12. Fail69,062 miles (+3,751)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,062 miles
    Test number
    505434020438
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront plate cracked
    • AdvisoryFull sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear box rusty
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  13. Pass65,311 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,311 miles
    Test number
    239539235126
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust rusting but not blowing at time of test

  14. Fail65,311 miles (+2,473)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,311 miles
    Test number
    515199235198
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust rusting but not blowing at time of test

  15. Pass62,838 miles (+4,173)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    62,838 miles
    Test number
    649476634126
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking up but not through to cords

  16. Pass58,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,665 miles
    Test number
    957804333147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,665 miles (+2,236)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,665 miles
    Test number
    586843533113
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteExhaust system rusty

  18. Pass56,429 miles (+22)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,429 miles
    Test number
    448667232136
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust system rusty

  19. Fail56,407 miles (+5,138)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,407 miles
    Test number
    985545532149
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust system rusty

  20. Pass51,269 miles (+3,669)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    51,269 miles
    Test number
    625884541115
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass47,600 miles (+6,170)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,600 miles
    Test number
    911912730126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail41,430 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,430 miles
    Test number
    394385239114
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  23. Pass41,430 miles (+9,144)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    41,430 miles
    Test number
    962025139164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,286 miles (+7,362)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,286 miles
    Test number
    891994718192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,924 miles (+836)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    24,924 miles
    Test number
    122538727122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,088 miles
    Test number
    393065346184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail24,088 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,088 miles
    Test number
    550115946174
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about T228 LRL

Does T228 LRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T228 LRL expired on 17 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T228 LRL?
The MOT on T228 LRL expired on 17 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T228 LRL done?
T228 LRL was recorded at 87,290 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2021, an average of 4,104 miles a year.
Has T228 LRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T228 LRL has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T228 LRL 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 LRL find?
T228 LRL passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2021 with 8 advisories: ecu insecure n/s inner wing; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 5 more.

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