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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T474 SYJMOT history

T474 SYJ is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 18 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 147,846 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2022
Mileage
147,846 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T474 SYJ
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
18 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T474 SYJ was last recorded at 147,846 miles on 12 Oct 2022, 4,845 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,001 miles · 1 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
4,845 miles
Average per year
5,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 147,846 miles
  • 2021 – 143,001 miles
  • 2020 – 138,803 miles
  • 2019 – 134,461 miles
  • 2018 – 123,255 miles
  • 2017 – 112,623 miles
  • 2016 – 106,227 miles
  • 2015 – 96,121 miles
  • 2014 – 91,476 miles
  • 2013 – 87,446 miles
  • 2012 – 83,607 miles
  • 2011 – 79,815 miles
  • 2010 – 75,661 miles
  • 2009 – 69,952 miles
  • 2008 – 64,070 miles
  • 2007 – 58,761 miles
  • 2006 – 51,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,846 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail147,846 miles (+4,845)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,846 miles
    Test number
    308667073114
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass143,001 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    143,001 miles
    Test number
    798259935045
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail142,998 miles (+4,195)1 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,998 miles
    Test number
    647850337621
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass138,803 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,803 miles
    Test number
    895190739919
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail138,801 miles (+4,340)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,801 miles
    Test number
    724179151731
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass134,461 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    134,461 miles
    Test number
    610041591584
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch corroded

  7. Fail134,460 miles (+11,205)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,460 miles
    Test number
    600062490263
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel arch corroded

  8. Pass123,255 miles (+10,632)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    123,255 miles
    Test number
    827455020450
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass112,623 miles (+6,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    112,623 miles
    Test number
    804172839590
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to visible brake pipes not considered excessive at time of test

  10. Pass106,227 miles (+10,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    106,227 miles
    Test number
    636216967581
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to visible brake pipes

  11. Pass96,121 miles (+4,645)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    96,121 miles
    Test number
    340068531354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass91,476 miles (+4,030)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,476 miles
    Test number
    175347364174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,446 miles (+3,839)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    87,446 miles
    Test number
    206959263400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,607 miles (+3,792)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,607 miles
    Test number
    456601952112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteRear exhaust box deteriorated

  15. Pass79,815 miles (+4,154)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,815 miles
    Test number
    997328951153
    • NoteAirbag light on

  16. Pass75,661 miles (+5,709)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    75,661 miles
    Test number
    434608850109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAirbag light on

  17. Pass69,952 miles (+5,882)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    69,952 miles
    Test number
    204492259401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass64,070 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    64,070 miles
    Test number
    701448648107
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear low on edges [ have stepdown treads] monitor wear

  19. Fail64,070 miles (+5,309)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,070 miles
    Test number
    963758948151
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to wear low on edges [ have stepdown treads] monitor wear

  20. Pass58,761 miles (+7,074)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    58,761 miles
    Test number
    853135767164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,687 miles
    Test number
    312513566129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T474 SYJ

Does T474 SYJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T474 SYJ expired on 30 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T474 SYJ?
The MOT on T474 SYJ expired on 30 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T474 SYJ done?
T474 SYJ was recorded at 147,846 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2022, an average of 5,887 miles a year.
Has T474 SYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T474 SYJ has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T474 SYJ 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 T474 SYJ find?
T474 SYJ failed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front tyre has ply or cords exposed; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 7 more.

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