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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,995 cc

T242 SBXMOT history

T242 SBX is a green diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 5 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Mar 2018 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 116,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Mar 2018
Mileage
116,192 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2021
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,486 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T242 SBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Mar 2018
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

T242 SBX was last recorded at 116,192 miles on 20 Dec 2021, 2,960 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,232 miles · 23 Mar 2017
Between the last two tests
2,960 miles
Average per year
3,486 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 116,192 miles
  • 2017 – 113,232 miles
  • 2016 – 105,555 miles
  • 2015 – 98,756 miles
  • 2014 – 95,949 miles
  • 2013 – 95,256 miles
  • 2011 – 87,862 miles
  • 2010 – 83,326 miles
  • 2009 – 78,169 miles
  • 2008 – 73,653 miles
  • 2007 – 67,944 miles
  • 2006 – 61,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail116,192 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail116,192 miles (+2,960)3 dangerous8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,192 miles
    Test number
    111328529084
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass113,232 miles (+7,677)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    113,232 miles
    Test number
    152632003583
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  3. Pass105,555 miles (+6,799)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,555 miles
    Test number
    371084217096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,756 miles (+2,807)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    98,756 miles
    Test number
    379328975021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass95,949 miles (+693)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    95,949 miles
    Test number
    459888904117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,256 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    95,256 miles
    Test number
    835028603151
    • NoteEngine cover under car,,,
    • NoteN/s/r inner sill rust corrosion . .keep checks..

  7. Fail95,256 miles (+7,394)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,256 miles
    Test number
    397788603166
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine cover under car,,,
    • NoteN/s/r inner sill rust corrosion . .keep checks..

  8. Pass87,862 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    87,862 miles
    Test number
    289271331127
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes rusty
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust sections heavily corroaded
    • NoteFront headlight lenses poor condition (light output slightly reduced
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteSlight play o/s/f steering arms

  9. Fail87,862 miles (+4,536)1 repaired5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,862 miles
    Test number
    335461431194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes rusty
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust sections heavily corroaded
    • NoteFront headlight lenses poor condition (light output slightly reduced
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteSlight play o/s/f steering arms

  10. Pass83,326 miles (+5,157)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,326 miles
    Test number
    224854820470
    • NoteBoth front head lamps glazing.
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn close to legal limit on edges.
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.
    • NoteRear exhaust section corroded.
    • NoteRear number plate laminate peeling.
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f steering arm.

  11. Pass78,169 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,169 miles
    Test number
    283035029110
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.

  12. Fail78,169 miles (+4,516)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,169 miles
    Test number
    201945829475
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked.

  13. Pass73,653 miles (+5,709)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    73,653 miles
    Test number
    561248828121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,944 miles (+6,313)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    67,944 miles
    Test number
    540642027145
    • NoteRear discs corroding on inner.

  15. Pass61,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    61,631 miles
    Test number
    234758726482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T242 SBX

Does T242 SBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T242 SBX expired on 22 Mar 2018, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T242 SBX?
The MOT on T242 SBX expired on 22 Mar 2018. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T242 SBX done?
T242 SBX was recorded at 116,192 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2021, an average of 3,486 miles a year.
Has T242 SBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T242 SBX has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T242 SBX 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 T242 SBX find?
T242 SBX failed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2021 with 3 dangerous defects and 8 major defects: offside rear brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; service brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value, and 8 more.

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