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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,995 cc

T423 FFMMOT history

T423 FFM is a blue diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 18 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 255,436 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2026
Mileage
255,436 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,853 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T423 FFM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
18 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T423 FFM was last recorded at 255,436 miles on 13 Aug 2025, 352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
255,084 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
352 miles
Average per year
6,853 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 255,436 miles
  • 2024 – 234,931 miles
  • 2023 – 223,982 miles
  • 2022 – 217,797 miles
  • 2021 – 207,995 miles
  • 2020 – 201,110 miles
  • 2019 – 195,804 miles
  • 2018 – 191,389 miles
  • 2017 – 185,977 miles
  • 2016 – 181,655 miles
  • 2015 – 177,119 miles
  • 2014 – 172,097 miles
  • 2013 – 168,165 miles
  • 2012 – 162,801 miles
  • 2011 – 156,548 miles
  • 2010 – 150,058 miles
  • 2009 – 143,871 miles
  • 2008 – 138,398 miles
  • 2007 – 130,718 miles
  • 2006 – 123,500 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass255,436 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Rear wheel arches corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass255,436 miles (+352)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    255,436 miles
    Test number
    203138336166
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail255,084 miles (+20,153)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,084 miles
    Test number
    795043258845
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass234,931 miles (+436)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    234,931 miles
    Test number
    673616203435
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  4. Fail234,495 miles (+10,513)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,495 miles
    Test number
    987418554991
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  5. Pass223,982 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    223,982 miles
    Test number
    962156924817
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel arches corroded

  6. Fail223,971 miles (+6,174)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,971 miles
    Test number
    665807450652
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass217,797 miles (+9,802)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    217,797 miles
    Test number
    432889904559
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass207,995 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    207,995 miles
    Test number
    600599323395
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail207,987 miles (+6,877)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,987 miles
    Test number
    440407537097
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass201,110 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    201,110 miles
    Test number
    691760993622
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail201,107 miles (+5,303)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,107 miles
    Test number
    765328806032
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has an unsafe modification (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass195,804 miles (+4,415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    195,804 miles
    Test number
    621372026973
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass191,389 miles (+5,412)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    191,389 miles
    Test number
    327752089793
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass185,977 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    185,977 miles
    Test number
    290938113626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail185,971 miles (+4,316)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,971 miles
    Test number
    511459597868
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  16. Pass181,655 miles (+4,536)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    181,655 miles
    Test number
    289865289272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail177,119 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,119 miles
    Test number
    196884055143
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass177,119 miles (+5,022)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    177,119 miles
    Test number
    566004855148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass172,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    172,097 miles
    Test number
    447212564100
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail172,097 miles (+3,932)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,097 miles
    Test number
    775861564146
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass168,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    168,165 miles
    Test number
    246509843159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail168,165 miles (+5,364)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,165 miles
    Test number
    357729143177
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  23. Pass162,801 miles (+6,253)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    162,801 miles
    Test number
    885607632175
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteCorrosion to both front brake discs
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass156,548 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    156,548 miles
    Test number
    949912351193
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  25. Fail156,498 miles (+6,440)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,498 miles
    Test number
    575096441102
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass150,058 miles (+6,187)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    150,058 miles
    Test number
    614458330110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass143,871 miles (+5,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    143,871 miles
    Test number
    242952939449
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass138,398 miles (+7,680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    138,398 miles
    Test number
    561952548177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass130,718 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    130,718 miles
    Test number
    293584747102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Fail130,715 miles (+7,215)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,715 miles
    Test number
    223332247189
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass123,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    123,500 miles
    Test number
    272866936474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail123,500 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,500 miles
    Test number
    870163436150
    • FailureCentre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about T423 FFM

Does T423 FFM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T423 FFM expired on 12 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T423 FFM?
The MOT on T423 FFM expired on 12 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T423 FFM done?
T423 FFM was recorded at 255,436 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2025, an average of 6,853 miles a year.
Has T423 FFM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T423 FFM has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on T423 FFM 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 T423 FFM find?
T423 FFM passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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