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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T421 ARCMOT history

T421 ARC is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 7 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 19,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2023
Mileage
19,443 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
564 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T421 ARC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T421 ARC was last recorded at 19,443 miles on 17 Feb 2022, 496 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
18,947 miles · 15 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
496 miles
Average per year
564 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 19,443 miles
  • 2021 – 18,947 miles
  • 2020 – 18,337 miles
  • 2019 – 15,993 miles
  • 2018 – 15,349 miles
  • 2017 – 15,069 miles
  • 2016 – 14,416 miles
  • 2015 – 14,175 miles
  • 2014 – 13,875 miles
  • 2013 – 13,456 miles
  • 2012 – 12,997 miles
  • 2011 – 12,723 miles
  • 2010 – 12,300 miles
  • 2009 – 11,839 miles
  • 2008 – 11,383 miles
  • 2007 – 10,913 miles
  • 2006 – 10,433 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass19,443 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass19,443 miles (+496)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    19,443 miles
    Test number
    478964353254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass18,947 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    18,947 miles
    Test number
    114898821743
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail18,947 miles (+610)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,947 miles
    Test number
    523825051263
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass18,337 miles (+2,344)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    18,337 miles
    Test number
    376319579518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass15,993 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    15,993 miles
    Test number
    150768521443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail15,993 miles (+644)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,993 miles
    Test number
    620668194671
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass15,349 miles (+280)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    15,349 miles
    Test number
    181827579000
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  8. Pass15,069 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    15,069 miles
    Test number
    614270196367
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  9. Fail15,069 miles (+653)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,069 miles
    Test number
    340283559214
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded

  10. Pass14,416 miles (+241)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    14,416 miles
    Test number
    101618879315
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering arm slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system heavily corroded

  11. Pass14,175 miles (+300)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    14,175 miles
    Test number
    729936555007
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteExhaust , rear silencer corroded

  12. Pass13,875 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    13,875 miles
    Test number
    907460654010
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  13. Fail13,874 miles (+418)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,874 miles
    Test number
    238290854049
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded

  14. Pass13,456 miles (+459)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    13,456 miles
    Test number
    599621453019
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded

  15. Pass12,997 miles (+274)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    12,997 miles
    Test number
    758887732038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  16. Pass12,723 miles (+423)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    12,723 miles
    Test number
    597365041093
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass12,300 miles (+461)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    12,300 miles
    Test number
    114288040468
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteO/s/f brake hose metal ends corroded
    • NoteRear brakes noisy

  18. Pass11,839 miles (+456)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    11,839 miles
    Test number
    904497849019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass11,383 miles (+470)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    11,383 miles
    Test number
    944769448074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass10,913 miles (+480)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    10,913 miles
    Test number
    442580957064
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass10,433 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    10,433 miles
    Test number
    274108056089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T421 ARC

Does T421 ARC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T421 ARC expired on 26 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T421 ARC?
The MOT on T421 ARC expired on 26 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T421 ARC done?
T421 ARC was recorded at 19,443 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2022, an average of 564 miles a year.
Has T421 ARC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T421 ARC has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on T421 ARC 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 T421 ARC find?
T421 ARC passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 1 more.

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