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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T389 BFAMOT history

T389 BFA is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 203,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Nov 2026
Mileage
203,334 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,258 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T389 BFA
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
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T389 BFA was last recorded at 203,334 miles on 24 Oct 2025, 4,710 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,624 miles · 24 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
4,710 miles
Average per year
8,258 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 203,334 miles
  • 2024 – 198,624 miles
  • 2023 – 194,751 miles
  • 2022 – 191,971 miles
  • 2021 – 188,994 miles
  • 2020 – 185,712 miles
  • 2019 – 179,790 miles
  • 2018 – 174,522 miles
  • 2017 – 166,589 miles
  • 2016 – 160,356 miles
  • 2015 – 140,959 miles
  • 2014 – 107,675 miles
  • 2013 – 82,718 miles
  • 2012 – 76,510 miles
  • 2011 – 70,350 miles
  • 2010 – 65,066 miles
  • 2009 – 59,183 miles
  • 2008 – 53,145 miles
  • 2007 – 48,402 miles
  • 2006 – 43,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,334 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Both rear arches rusty but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,334 miles (+4,710)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    203,334 miles
    Test number
    351708653972
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass198,624 miles (+3,873)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    198,624 miles
    Test number
    724272638290
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass194,751 miles (+106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    194,751 miles
    Test number
    868352580168
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail194,645 miles (+2,674)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,645 miles
    Test number
    775306682622
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass191,971 miles (+2,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    191,971 miles
    Test number
    866605224746
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil starting to leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass188,994 miles (+3,282)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    188,994 miles
    Test number
    998052422018
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are noisy

  7. Pass185,712 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    185,712 miles
    Test number
    120675517880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches rusty but not to excess

  8. Fail185,671 miles (+5,881)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,671 miles
    Test number
    217515227383
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear arches rusty but not to excess

  9. Pass179,790 miles (+5,268)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    179,790 miles
    Test number
    929498669224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass174,522 miles (+7,933)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    174,522 miles
    Test number
    152643975729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass166,589 miles (+6,233)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    166,589 miles
    Test number
    266236308495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass160,356 miles (+19,397)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    160,356 miles
    Test number
    196904237331
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryInner track rod ends slight play
    • AdvisoryNumber plates deteriated

  13. Pass140,959 miles (+33,284)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    140,959 miles
    Test number
    965668995135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass107,675 miles (+24,957)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    107,675 miles
    Test number
    995663584179
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/sf tyre on legal limit now

  15. Fail82,718 miles1 repaired2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,718 miles
    Test number
    527902193149
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil level low.
    • NoteHeadlight lenses deteriorating.
    • NoteMinor cracking to n/s front tyre
    • NoteSill guards fitted not allowing full inspection.
    • NoteSome metal brake pipes greased.
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s front tyre wearing on inner edge.

  16. Pass82,718 miles (+6,208)2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    82,718 miles
    Test number
    795802593185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine oil level low.
    • NoteHeadlight lenses deteriorating.
    • NoteMinor cracking to n/s front tyre
    • NoteSill guards fitted not allowing full inspection.
    • NoteSome metal brake pipes greased.
    • NoteN/s rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s front tyre wearing on inner edge.

  17. Pass76,510 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,510 miles
    Test number
    149662992170
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteMost metal brake pipes greased
    • NoteRear wiper blade split
    • NoteSill guards fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteO/s mirror back missing

  18. Fail76,510 miles (+6,160)2 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,510 miles
    Test number
    695722492118
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteMost metal brake pipes greased
    • NoteRear wiper blade split
    • NoteSill guards fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteO/s mirror back missing

  19. Pass70,350 miles (+5,284)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,350 miles
    Test number
    345046791113
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSill covers fitted restricting inspection of sills.

  20. Pass65,066 miles (+5,883)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,066 miles
    Test number
    421337090148
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSill covers fitted restricting inspection of sills.
    • NoteTread low on O/S/R tyre and small cracks in sidewall.

  21. Pass59,183 miles (+6,038)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    59,183 miles
    Test number
    664978489104
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted
    • NoteTwo child seats fitted in rear unable to fully check seatbelts

  22. Pass53,145 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    53,145 miles
    Test number
    580795808295
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePlastic guards fitted to outer sills

  23. Fail53,145 miles (+4,743)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,145 miles
    Test number
    612994508208
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlastic guards fitted to outer sills

  24. Pass48,402 miles (+4,457)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,402 miles
    Test number
    512995307294
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass43,945 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,945 miles
    Test number
    444157786109
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in o/s/rear tyre
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

Questions about T389 BFA

Does T389 BFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T389 BFA is valid until 2 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T389 BFA?
The MOT on T389 BFA is valid until 2 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T389 BFA done?
T389 BFA was recorded at 203,334 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2025, an average of 8,258 miles a year.
Has T389 BFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T389 BFA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on T389 BFA 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 T389 BFA find?
T389 BFA passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 5 more.

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