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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T497 MDAMOT history

T497 MDA is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 93,943 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
93,943 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T497 MDA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T497 MDA was last recorded at 93,943 miles on 24 Jul 2026, 3,481 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,462 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,481 miles
Average per year
2,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,943 miles
  • 2025 – 90,462 miles
  • 2024 – 86,742 miles
  • 2023 – 82,646 miles
  • 2022 – 79,427 miles
  • 2021 – 76,615 miles
  • 2020 – 73,538 miles
  • 2019 – 70,037 miles
  • 2018 – 67,626 miles
  • 2017 – 65,956 miles
  • 2016 – 63,645 miles
  • 2015 – 61,643 miles
  • 2014 – 59,700 miles
  • 2013 – 58,738 miles
  • 2012 – 57,486 miles
  • 2011 – 55,958 miles
  • 2010 – 54,888 miles
  • 2009 – 53,312 miles
  • 2008 – 48,893 miles
  • 2007 – 43,879 miles
  • 2006 – 37,865 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,943 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,943 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    93,943 miles
    Test number
    274117128302
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,943 miles (+3,481)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,943 miles
    Test number
    654158210277
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,462 miles (+3,720)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    90,462 miles
    Test number
    271429907171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  4. Pass86,742 miles (+4,096)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    86,742 miles
    Test number
    211197046658
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass82,646 miles (+3,219)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    82,646 miles
    Test number
    683555423623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass79,427 miles (+2,812)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    79,427 miles
    Test number
    947030065480
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass76,615 miles (+3,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    76,615 miles
    Test number
    937542507431
    • 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))

  8. Pass73,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    73,538 miles
    Test number
    982686005149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,538 miles (+3,501)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,538 miles
    Test number
    619632956652
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass70,037 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,037 miles
    Test number
    778970331175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail70,037 miles (+2,411)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,037 miles
    Test number
    566179368832
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights in poor condition

  12. Pass67,626 miles (+1,670)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    67,626 miles
    Test number
    845945646007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,956 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,956 miles
    Test number
    569555252060
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail65,956 miles (+2,311)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,956 miles
    Test number
    999304045869
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass63,645 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,645 miles
    Test number
    211722039340
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component BASE OF STEERING RACK (2.3.3b)

  16. Fail63,645 miles (+2,002)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,645 miles
    Test number
    635613217374
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component BASE OF STEERING RACK (2.3.3b)

  17. Pass61,643 miles (+1,943)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,643 miles
    Test number
    128377685140
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  18. Pass59,700 miles (+962)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,700 miles
    Test number
    276923484481
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass58,738 miles (+1,252)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,738 miles
    Test number
    566775083137
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  20. Pass57,486 miles (+1,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,486 miles
    Test number
    405887182142
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass55,958 miles (+1,070)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    55,958 miles
    Test number
    745966481187
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished.

  22. Pass54,888 miles (+1,576)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    54,888 miles
    Test number
    614247080158
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth outer sill covers fitted.

  23. Pass53,312 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,312 miles
    Test number
    802538589147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,311 miles (+4,418)2 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,311 miles
    Test number
    241037689480
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  25. Pass48,893 miles (+5,014)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    48,893 miles
    Test number
    942746728272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,879 miles (+6,014)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    43,879 miles
    Test number
    372898117413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,865 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    37,865 miles
    Test number
    470054516235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T497 MDA

Does T497 MDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T497 MDA is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T497 MDA?
The MOT on T497 MDA is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T497 MDA done?
T497 MDA was recorded at 93,943 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2026, an average of 2,807 miles a year.
Has T497 MDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T497 MDA has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T497 MDA 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 T497 MDA find?
T497 MDA passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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