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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T481 LCVMOT history

T481 LCV is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 4 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 34 MOT tests, with 103,756 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
103,756 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
34
20 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,787 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T481 LCV
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
4 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T481 LCV was last recorded at 103,756 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,756 miles · 18 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,787 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 103,756 miles
  • 2024 – 101,744 miles
  • 2023 – 99,468 miles
  • 2022 – 97,129 miles
  • 2021 – 94,905 miles
  • 2020 – 92,404 miles
  • 2019 – 90,645 miles
  • 2018 – 88,409 miles
  • 2017 – 86,111 miles
  • 2016 – 83,903 miles
  • 2015 – 81,336 miles
  • 2014 – 78,721 miles
  • 2013 – 76,086 miles
  • 2012 – 73,527 miles
  • 2011 – 70,098 miles
  • 2010 – 66,884 miles
  • 2009 – 63,674 miles
  • 2008 – 59,252 miles
  • 2007 – 55,252 miles
  • 2006 – 49,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,756 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective clouded (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2015

Full MOT history

34 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,756 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    103,756 miles
    Test number
    787224590893
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective clouded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,756 miles (+2,012)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,756 miles
    Test number
    815292066995
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/ end cap (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective clouded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle mounting (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,744 miles (+2,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    101,744 miles
    Test number
    277050063879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass99,468 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    99,468 miles
    Test number
    730058676884
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective clouded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail99,468 miles (+2,339)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,468 miles
    Test number
    595374279904
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective clouded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass97,129 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    97,129 miles
    Test number
    531743124974
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail97,126 miles (+2,221)1 dangerous4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,126 miles
    Test number
    121644147280
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust incomplete (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition silencer missing (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lense covers deteriorating

  8. Pass94,905 miles (+2,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    94,905 miles
    Test number
    671881175109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass92,404 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    92,404 miles
    Test number
    940414655077
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front-Rears & Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar link gaiter deterioating

  10. Fail92,404 miles (+1,759)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,404 miles
    Test number
    406407968989
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front-Rears & Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar link gaiter deterioating

  11. Pass90,645 miles (+2,236)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    90,645 miles
    Test number
    248767966423
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp lenses deterioating
    • AdvisorySome damage around vehicle

  12. Pass88,409 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    88,409 miles
    Test number
    593994212293
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs deterioating
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes deterioating

  13. Fail88,406 miles (+2,295)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,406 miles
    Test number
    471140437094
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs deterioating
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes deterioating

  14. Pass86,111 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    86,111 miles
    Test number
    894981469017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail86,110 miles (+2,207)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,110 miles
    Test number
    489426788925
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp covers deteriorating

  16. Pass83,903 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    83,903 miles
    Test number
    589406241692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail83,899 miles (+2,563)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,899 miles
    Test number
    184863511393
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres on minimum tread wear limits

  18. Pass81,336 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    81,336 miles
    Test number
    454111029586
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing low on tread on edges

  19. Fail81,331 miles (+2,610)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,331 miles
    Test number
    512953454057
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low N/S & O/S (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing low on tread on edges

  20. Pass78,721 miles (+16)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    78,721 miles
    Test number
    658141054321
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine management light on intermitently
    • NoteExhaust deterioating
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  21. Fail78,705 miles (+2,619)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,705 miles
    Test number
    896349444348
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine management light on intermitently
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  22. Fail76,086 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,086 miles
    Test number
    225524743392
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes deteriorating
    • NoteRight hand horn button not working

  23. Pass76,086 miles (+2,559)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,086 miles
    Test number
    928424543306
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes deteriorating
    • NoteRight hand horn button not working

  24. Pass73,527 miles (+3,429)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    73,527 miles
    Test number
    579362452328
    • NoteRear brakes noisey
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes deterioating

  25. Pass70,098 miles (+3,214)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    70,098 miles
    Test number
    117556541315
    • NoteHeadlamp beam patterns could be improved
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  26. Fail66,884 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,884 miles
    Test number
    550538340322
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/S Front metal brake pipe deterioating

  27. Pass66,884 miles (+3,210)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    66,884 miles
    Test number
    860318440336
    • NoteN/S Front metal brake pipe deterioating

  28. Pass63,674 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    63,674 miles
    Test number
    253489849372
    • NoteSome slight damage to windscreen

  29. Fail63,674 miles (+4,422)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,674 miles
    Test number
    422569649331
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteSome slight damage to windscreen

  30. Pass59,252 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    59,252 miles
    Test number
    853312958349
    • NoteSlight dink in windscreen.

  31. Fail59,250 miles (+3,998)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,250 miles
    Test number
    692012458308
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight dink in windscreen.

  32. Pass55,252 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    55,252 miles
    Test number
    501961057314
    • NoteN/S Rear tyre deterioating

  33. Fail55,251 miles (+5,836)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,251 miles
    Test number
    450141557440
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/S Rear tyre deterioating

  34. Pass49,415 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    49,415 miles
    Test number
    284641676103
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T481 LCV

Does T481 LCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T481 LCV is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on T481 LCV?
The MOT on T481 LCV is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T481 LCV done?
T481 LCV was recorded at 103,756 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 2,787 miles a year.
Has T481 LCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T481 LCV has failed 14 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T481 LCV 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 T481 LCV find?
T481 LCV passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective clouded; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle mounting.

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