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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,998 cc

T26 JLJMOT history

T26 JLJ is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 15 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 97,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
97,200 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 JLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 JLJ was last recorded at 97,200 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 875 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,325 miles · 7 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
875 miles
Average per year
3,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,200 miles
  • 2023 – 96,325 miles
  • 2019 – 91,156 miles
  • 2018 – 78,949 miles
  • 2017 – 75,785 miles
  • 2016 – 74,215 miles
  • 2015 – 69,209 miles
  • 2014 – 64,639 miles
  • 2013 – 56,986 miles
  • 2012 – 51,437 miles
  • 2011 – 42,749 miles
  • 2010 – 38,100 miles
  • 2009 – 32,954 miles
  • 2008 – 28,212 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,200 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,200 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    97,200 miles
    Test number
    462402316507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass96,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    96,325 miles
    Test number
    362570317183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail96,325 miles (+5,169)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,325 miles
    Test number
    395018794820
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  4. Pass91,156 miles (+169)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    91,156 miles
    Test number
    785103540232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside to offside (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail90,987 miles (+12,038)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,987 miles
    Test number
    225912126433
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside to offside (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass78,949 miles (+3,164)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,949 miles
    Test number
    981236276138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,785 miles (+1,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    75,785 miles
    Test number
    661869096357
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  8. Pass74,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    74,215 miles
    Test number
    154029558304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,215 miles (+5,006)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,215 miles
    Test number
    395635696228
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass69,209 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,209 miles
    Test number
    627339165130
    • NoteFront brake discs heavily corroded

  11. Fail69,209 miles (+4,570)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,209 miles
    Test number
    846866465186
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteFront brake discs heavily corroded

  12. Pass64,639 miles (+7,653)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,639 miles
    Test number
    828197554199
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded
    • NoteFront brakes binding slightly

  13. Pass56,986 miles (+5,549)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    56,986 miles
    Test number
    498242353149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,437 miles (+8,688)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,437 miles
    Test number
    276361962130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,749 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    42,749 miles
    Test number
    306694661179
    • NoteBoth front inner discs pitted

  16. Fail42,749 miles (+4,649)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,749 miles
    Test number
    789844861193
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front inner discs pitted
    • NoteBoth front tyres bold on inner edges

  17. Pass38,100 miles (+5,146)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,100 miles
    Test number
    244642060130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,954 miles (+4,742)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,954 miles
    Test number
    211111169443
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass28,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,212 miles
    Test number
    182398568149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T26 JLJ

Does T26 JLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 JLJ is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T26 JLJ?
The MOT on T26 JLJ is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 JLJ done?
T26 JLJ was recorded at 97,200 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 3,864 miles a year.
Has T26 JLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 JLJ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T26 JLJ 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 JLJ find?
T26 JLJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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