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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T318 UBLMOT history

T318 UBL is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 21 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 179,571 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2025
Mileage
179,571 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,908 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T318 UBL
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
21 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T318 UBL was last recorded at 179,571 miles on 13 Oct 2025, 1,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,483 miles · 18 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,088 miles
Average per year
4,908 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,571 miles
  • 2024 – 178,483 miles
  • 2023 – 176,953 miles
  • 2022 – 176,016 miles
  • 2021 – 173,625 miles
  • 2020 – 172,981 miles
  • 2019 – 171,737 miles
  • 2018 – 169,587 miles
  • 2017 – 167,833 miles
  • 2016 – 165,792 miles
  • 2015 – 163,495 miles
  • 2014 – 160,594 miles
  • 2013 – 158,527 miles
  • 2012 – 155,279 miles
  • 2010 – 140,547 miles
  • 2009 – 125,402 miles
  • 2008 – 111,064 miles
  • 2007 – 94,533 miles
  • 2006 – 86,410 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail179,571 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 20 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail179,571 miles (+1,088)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,571 miles
    Test number
    417173489664
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass178,483 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    178,483 miles
    Test number
    834201920159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail178,479 miles (+1,526)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,479 miles
    Test number
    680746585852
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass176,953 miles (+937)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    176,953 miles
    Test number
    159177578978
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to body,chassis and suspension components
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass176,016 miles (+2,391)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    176,016 miles
    Test number
    590693380809
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to body,subframe and suspension components
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass173,625 miles (+644)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    173,625 miles
    Test number
    603578530832
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlight slightly opaque but showing beam image although slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate slightly deteriorated but legible

  7. Pass172,981 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    172,981 miles
    Test number
    667749851977
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail172,978 miles (+1,241)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,978 miles
    Test number
    373286815670
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass171,737 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    171,737 miles
    Test number
    977308568869
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s front shock top mounting slight play

  10. Fail171,737 miles (+2,150)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,737 miles
    Test number
    778537928864
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s front shock top mounting slight play

  11. Pass169,587 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    169,587 miles
    Test number
    905225545546
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on edges

  12. Fail169,587 miles (+1,754)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,587 miles
    Test number
    667797013783
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded n/s & o/s (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on edges

  13. Pass167,833 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    167,833 miles
    Test number
    208411449311
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyre sizes different but same across the axle
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  14. Fail167,832 miles (+2,040)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,832 miles
    Test number
    807533535841
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyre sizes different but same across the axle
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  15. Pass165,792 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    165,792 miles
    Test number
    453987396590
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leaking from engine

  16. Fail165,792 miles (+2,297)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,792 miles
    Test number
    200175007215
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leaking from engine

  17. Pass163,495 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    163,495 miles
    Test number
    189972545095
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low on inner edge

  18. Fail163,495 miles (+2,901)1 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,495 miles
    Test number
    196912945079
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre low on inner edge

  19. Pass160,594 miles (+81)7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    160,594 miles
    Test number
    585906734005
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on edge of tread
    • NoteOff side rear wheel arch corroded

  20. Fail160,513 miles (+58)6 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,513 miles
    Test number
    525347124087
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear silencer corroded leaking

  21. Fail160,455 miles (+1,928)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,455 miles
    Test number
    727898414079
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass158,527 miles (+3,248)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    158,527 miles
    Test number
    806538403089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass155,279 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    155,279 miles
    Test number
    377627012025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail155,277 miles (+14,730)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,277 miles
    Test number
    267693412017
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass140,547 miles (+15,145)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    140,547 miles
    Test number
    451606080239
    • 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)

  26. Pass125,402 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    125,402 miles
    Test number
    894239099241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail125,402 miles (+14,338)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,402 miles
    Test number
    981529599287
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteFront exhaust flexy breaking apart
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteSurface corrosion to all brake pipes
    • NoteWater level low - radiator leaking and corroded
    • NoteX4 wheel trims missing

  28. Pass111,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    111,064 miles
    Test number
    271094998283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail111,064 miles (+16,531)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,064 miles
    Test number
    781134698221
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass94,533 miles (+8,123)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    94,533 miles
    Test number
    350323807397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass86,410 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    86,410 miles
    Test number
    330933196474
    • NoteAdvise both outer mirror covers missing
    • NoteAdvise both rear tyres worn and cracking on inner egdes
    • NoteAdvise nearside front wheel trim missing
    • NoteAdvise oil leaks

Questions about T318 UBL

Does T318 UBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T318 UBL expired on 17 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T318 UBL?
The MOT on T318 UBL expired on 17 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T318 UBL done?
T318 UBL was recorded at 179,571 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2025, an average of 4,908 miles a year.
Has T318 UBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T318 UBL has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T318 UBL 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 T318 UBL find?
T318 UBL failed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2025 with 1 dangerous defect and 5 major defects: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/inner wheel arch; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill, and 3 more.

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