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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T294 RVTMOT history

T294 RVT is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 28 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 184,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2022
Mileage
184,200 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2022
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T294 RVT
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
28 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T294 RVT was last recorded at 184,200 miles on 9 Nov 2022, 3,094 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,106 miles · 11 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
3,094 miles
Average per year
5,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 184,200 miles
  • 2021 – 181,106 miles
  • 2020 – 178,955 miles
  • 2019 – 177,224 miles
  • 2018 – 173,328 miles
  • 2017 – 167,962 miles
  • 2016 – 160,151 miles
  • 2015 – 154,898 miles
  • 2014 – 148,054 miles
  • 2013 – 141,094 miles
  • 2012 – 137,589 miles
  • 2011 – 135,360 miles
  • 2010 – 121,422 miles
  • 2009 – 114,151 miles
  • 2008 – 108,007 miles
  • 2007 – 100,706 miles
  • 2006 – 92,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail184,200 miles
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Body not fully secure n/s & o/s wheel arches (6.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryEngine oil low

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail184,200 miles (+3,094)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,200 miles
    Test number
    428333779066
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount/inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Body not fully secure n/s & o/s wheel arches (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  2. Pass181,106 miles (+2,151)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    181,106 miles
    Test number
    939748485823
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Body not fully secure wheel arches rusty (6.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass178,955 miles (+6)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    178,955 miles
    Test number
    554521752886
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail178,949 miles (+1,725)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,949 miles
    Test number
    616240119217
    • MajorNearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective n/s & o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass177,224 miles (+3,896)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    177,224 miles
    Test number
    104186557067
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear n/s & o/s outer
    • AdvisoryOil low

  6. Pass173,328 miles (+5,366)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    173,328 miles
    Test number
    612871313514
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing n/s & o/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear n/s & o/s wheel arches

  7. Pass167,962 miles (+9)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    167,962 miles
    Test number
    842263773400
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  8. Fail167,953 miles (+7,802)5 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,953 miles
    Test number
    934609227079
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  9. Pass160,151 miles (+5,253)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    160,151 miles
    Test number
    206635110615
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all rears (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight brake bind
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryUnable to access rear seat belts seat down work vehicle

  10. Pass154,898 miles (+17)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    154,898 miles
    Test number
    347931250035
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront flexi exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnable to access rear seats

  11. Fail154,881 miles (+6,827)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,881 miles
    Test number
    364948825955
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rears (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront flexi exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnable to access rear seats

  12. Pass148,054 miles (+6,960)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    148,054 miles
    Test number
    148441714376
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteBoth headlights deteriorating starting to effect the pattern
    • NoteBoth outer wheelarches corroded
    • NoteFront reg damaged
    • NoteNearside strut top mount noisy

  13. Pass141,094 miles (+3,505)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    141,094 miles
    Test number
    277522613375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre close to markers
    • NoteNearside rear tyre badly perished. advise replacement
    • NoteOffside rear wheel arch corroded

  14. Pass137,589 miles (+2,229)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    137,589 miles
    Test number
    836643512309
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrsoion to offside outer wheelarch covered in tape
    • NoteNearside front tyre close to wear markers
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perishing

  15. Pass135,360 miles (+13,938)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    135,360 miles
    Test number
    146495911332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBrake pipes greased

  16. Pass121,422 miles (+7,271)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    121,422 miles
    Test number
    264332800350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass114,151 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    114,151 miles
    Test number
    734476519295
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside and offside front headlamp lens started to defuse due to scatching .

  18. Fail114,151 miles (+6,144)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,151 miles
    Test number
    861766819239
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside and offside front headlamp lens started to defuse due to scatching .

  19. Pass108,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    108,007 miles
    Test number
    332772178136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail108,007 miles (+7,301)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,007 miles
    Test number
    633132978185
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass100,706 miles (+8,188)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2008
    Odometer
    100,706 miles
    Test number
    662728527126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass92,518 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    92,518 miles
    Test number
    213271336400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T294 RVT

Does T294 RVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T294 RVT expired on 15 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T294 RVT?
The MOT on T294 RVT expired on 15 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T294 RVT done?
T294 RVT was recorded at 184,200 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2022, an average of 5,557 miles a year.
Has T294 RVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T294 RVT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on T294 RVT 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 RVT find?
T294 RVT failed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2022 with 5 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside headlamp lens seriously defective; nearside rear lower shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush; offside headlamp lens seriously defective, and 7 more.

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