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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T421 MLDMOT history

T421 MLD is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 121,831 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
121,831 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,867 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T421 MLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T421 MLD was last recorded at 121,831 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 360 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Feb 2013: 40,801 miles, lower than 43,382 miles on 3 Mar 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
121,471 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
360 miles
Average per year
4,867 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,831 miles
  • 2025 – 121,471 miles
  • 2023 – 121,357 miles
  • 2022 – 111,547 miles
  • 2021 – 97,786 miles
  • 2020 – 94,167 miles
  • 2019 – 90,284 miles
  • 2018 – 85,291 miles
  • 2017 – 76,648 miles
  • 2016 – 67,178 miles
  • 2015 – 54,282 miles
  • 2014 – 49,866 miles
  • 2013 – 40,801 miles
  • 2012 – 43,382 miles
  • 2011 – 39,895 miles
  • 2010 – 36,636 miles
  • 2009 – 32,874 miles
  • 2008 – 28,978 miles
  • 2007 – 27,019 miles
  • 2006 – 24,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,831 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering heavy

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,831 miles (+360)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    121,831 miles
    Test number
    574241161256
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering heavy

  2. Pass121,471 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    121,471 miles
    Test number
    581133701126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail121,469 miles (+13)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,469 miles
    Test number
    699799427927
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sills inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail121,456 miles (+99)1 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,456 miles
    Test number
    140663589897
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed ENGINE WILL NOT RUN PROPERLY (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass121,357 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    121,357 miles
    Test number
    237710382281
    • AdvisoryInner silkls freshly undersealed
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded

  6. Fail121,352 miles (+9,805)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,352 miles
    Test number
    306508904645
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryInner silkls freshly undersealed
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded

  7. Pass111,547 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,547 miles
    Test number
    669517056520
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail111,547 miles (+13,761)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,547 miles
    Test number
    522126895334
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass97,786 miles (+38)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,786 miles
    Test number
    849056618746
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail97,748 miles (+3,581)9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,748 miles
    Test number
    158553646706
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass94,167 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,167 miles
    Test number
    604408876669
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail94,167 miles (+3,883)2 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,167 miles
    Test number
    783479542311
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass90,284 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    90,284 miles
    Test number
    943044388315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail90,284 miles (+4,993)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,284 miles
    Test number
    976646985721
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged in engine bay (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass85,291 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,291 miles
    Test number
    910213021612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,291 miles (+8,643)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,291 miles
    Test number
    679051913098
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door strap loose

  17. Pass76,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,648 miles
    Test number
    441887487140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail76,648 miles (+9,470)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,648 miles
    Test number
    841046909184
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass67,178 miles (+12,896)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,178 miles
    Test number
    253623590355
    • 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)

  20. Pass54,282 miles (+4,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    54,282 miles
    Test number
    478877555006
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass49,866 miles (+9,065)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,866 miles
    Test number
    465747154047
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass40,801 miles (-2,581)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    40,801 miles
    Test number
    895594753098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,382 miles (+3,487)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,382 miles
    Test number
    677743462028
    • NoteINNER SURFACE AREA OF BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS IN POOR CONDITION.

  24. Pass39,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,895 miles
    Test number
    156439351043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,895 miles (+3,259)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,895 miles
    Test number
    139439151499
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront brake disc's pitted

  26. Pass36,636 miles (+3,762)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,636 miles
    Test number
    101110460088
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  27. Pass32,874 miles (+3,896)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,874 miles
    Test number
    151911659417
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  28. Pass28,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    28,978 miles
    Test number
    714013248022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail28,978 miles (+1,959)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,978 miles
    Test number
    112852448472
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass27,019 miles (+2,827)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    27,019 miles
    Test number
    161515547498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass24,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    24,192 miles
    Test number
    801930366033
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T421 MLD

Does T421 MLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T421 MLD is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T421 MLD?
The MOT on T421 MLD is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T421 MLD done?
T421 MLD was recorded at 121,831 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 4,867 miles a year.
Has T421 MLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T421 MLD has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T421 MLD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Feb 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T421 MLD find?
T421 MLD passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate, and 2 more.

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