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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T26 JACMOT history

T26 JAC is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 22 MOT tests, with 96,196 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
96,196 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
13 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 JAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 JAC was last recorded at 96,196 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,195 miles · 19 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,196 miles
  • 2024 – 86,314 miles
  • 2023 – 82,070 miles
  • 2022 – 76,267 miles
  • 2021 – 53,847 miles
  • 2020 – 45,832 miles
  • 2019 – 41,656 miles
  • 2018 – 35,420 miles
  • 2017 – 29,646 miles
  • 2016 – 24,675 miles
  • 2015 – 19,953 miles
  • 2014 – 14,766 miles
  • 2013 – 10,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,196 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026

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 Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Coil spring corroded both

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Jun 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,196 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    96,196 miles
    Test number
    181414845774
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail96,195 miles (+2,155)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,195 miles
    Test number
    887658499479
    • DangerousCentral Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail94,040 miles (+7,726)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,040 miles
    Test number
    644425258859
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc backing plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass86,314 miles (+4)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    86,314 miles
    Test number
    337297280531
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail86,310 miles (+4,240)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,310 miles
    Test number
    233658632053
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,070 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    82,070 miles
    Test number
    275156066255
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible joint deteriorated

  7. Fail82,067 miles (+5,800)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,067 miles
    Test number
    540420973688
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexible joint deteriorated

  8. Pass76,267 miles (+4)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    76,267 miles
    Test number
    735726797124
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective System corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail76,263 miles (+22,416)12 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,263 miles
    Test number
    969456294671
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high Bulb incorrectly mounted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high Bulb incorrectly mounted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective System corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass53,847 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    53,847 miles
    Test number
    890781096525
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail53,847 miles (+8,015)1 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,847 miles
    Test number
    714073500533
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass45,832 miles (+4,176)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    45,832 miles
    Test number
    696728141523
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass41,656 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    41,656 miles
    Test number
    510054006984
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (at rear) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail41,656 miles (+6,236)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,656 miles
    Test number
    564579087081
    • MajorFront Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (at rear) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass35,420 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    35,420 miles
    Test number
    344394510195
    • 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))

  16. Fail35,418 miles (+5,772)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,418 miles
    Test number
    234527979073
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust leaking. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • 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))

  17. Pass29,646 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    29,646 miles
    Test number
    766797639929
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail29,633 miles (+4,958)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,633 miles
    Test number
    957793886651
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front and rear (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass24,675 miles (+4,722)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    24,675 miles
    Test number
    996457475172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs detioriated
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view
    • AdvisoryOilaround steering rack

  20. Pass19,953 miles (+5,187)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    19,953 miles
    Test number
    466247165131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S rear tyre has nail @ 5 o clock from valve.
    • NoteRear exhust box outer shell slightly corroded.

  21. Pass14,766 miles (+4,589)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    14,766 miles
    Test number
    859697964153
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass10,177 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    10,177 miles
    Test number
    535834053129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T26 JAC

Does T26 JAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 JAC is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T26 JAC?
The MOT on T26 JAC is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 JAC done?
T26 JAC was recorded at 96,196 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 6,509 miles a year.
Has T26 JAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 JAC has failed 9 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T26 JAC 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 T26 JAC find?
T26 JAC passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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