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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,995 cc

T294 GUAMOT history

T294 GUA is a green diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 136,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2024
Mileage
136,343 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2016
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,055 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T294 GUA
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
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T294 GUA was last recorded at 136,343 miles on 4 Mar 2016, 6,886 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,457 miles · 2 Mar 2015
Between the last two tests
6,886 miles
Average per year
6,055 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2016 – 136,343 miles
  • 2015 – 129,457 miles
  • 2014 – 126,678 miles
  • 2013 – 119,436 miles
  • 2012 – 116,931 miles
  • 2011 – 108,618 miles
  • 2009 – 103,628 miles
  • 2008 – 96,969 miles
  • 2007 – 90,709 miles
  • 2006 – 80,947 miles
  • 2005 – 73,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack end (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front play in inner steering tie barRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    673613586126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack end (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front play in inner steering tie bar
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    968747064087
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack end (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front play in inner steering tie bar
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    676551363909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/f steering inner tie rod

  4. FailMileage not read1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    329536431532
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight play in o/s/f steering inner tie rod

  5. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    574425172362
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all into and out of valve covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. FailMileage not read6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    449386906472
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all into and out of valve covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    525439943965
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. FailMileage not read3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    300368473046
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    789881117554
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. FailMileage not read2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    991244980662
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing near strut upper mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle mounting (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. PassMileage not read10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    466315740381
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure but not liable to move from its position
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs rusty on outer edges
    • AdvisoryCrack along bottom of windscreen but not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryN/s steering rack gaiter twisted but secure and intact
    • AdvisoryO/s door mirror cracked but interior and n/s mirrors present

  12. FailMileage not read6 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    999470446613
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBattery insecure but not liable to move from its position
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs rusty on outer edges
    • AdvisoryCrack along bottom of windscreen but not affecting drivers view
    • AdvisoryN/s steering rack gaiter twisted but secure and intact
    • AdvisoryO/s door mirror cracked but interior and n/s mirrors present

  13. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    611900364255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass136,343 miles (+6,886)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    136,343 miles
    Test number
    518781118264
    • AdvisoryCrack in bottom of windscreen but not affecting view across bonnet
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play and slightly noisy (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and all rear brake pipes slightly corroded

  15. Pass129,457 miles (+2,779)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    129,457 miles
    Test number
    449511065069
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBattery insecure but not liable to fall from vehicle
    • NoteCrack in bottom left of windscreen not affecting drivers view of the road
    • NoteHeatshield above exhaust rear silencer loose
    • NoteN/s/f and rear brake pipes covered in grease making accurate assesment difficult

  16. Pass126,678 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    126,678 miles
    Test number
    967154924078
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail126,660 miles (+7,224)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,660 miles
    Test number
    945303524025
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureTrailer electrical socket insecure (1.9.3a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass119,436 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    119,436 miles
    Test number
    627145023024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  19. Fail119,436 miles (+2,505)2 failures1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,436 miles
    Test number
    208214323061
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBattery insecure

  20. Pass116,931 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    116,931 miles
    Test number
    637095662248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail116,918 miles (+2,972)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,918 miles
    Test number
    326734862221
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass113,946 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    113,946 miles
    Test number
    495031812098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail113,934 miles (+5,316)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,934 miles
    Test number
    135106702474
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  24. Pass108,618 miles (+4,990)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    108,618 miles
    Test number
    565774301062
    • NoteSlight end float in n/s steering rack rod assy

  25. Pass103,628 miles (+6,659)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    103,628 miles
    Test number
    840146539394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass96,969 miles (+6,260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    96,969 miles
    Test number
    364800038352
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  27. Pass90,709 miles (+9,762)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    90,709 miles
    Test number
    161404327387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass80,947 miles (+7,314)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    80,947 miles
    Test number
    933609916309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass73,633 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    73,633 miles
    Test number
    110278095209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T294 GUA

Does T294 GUA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T294 GUA expired on 10 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T294 GUA?
The MOT on T294 GUA expired on 10 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T294 GUA done?
T294 GUA was recorded at 136,343 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2016, an average of 6,055 miles a year.
Has T294 GUA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T294 GUA has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T294 GUA 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 T294 GUA find?
T294 GUA passed its latest MOT on 6 Apr 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack end, and 3 more.

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