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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T498 EGUMOT history

T498 EGU is a black petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2025 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 60,778 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2025
Mileage
60,778 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2024
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T498 EGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T498 EGU was last recorded at 60,778 miles on 12 Jan 2024, 961 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Mar 2011: 95,596 miles, lower than 186,890 miles on 25 Jan 2010.
  • 10 May 2013: 60,711 miles, lower than 104,503 miles on 1 May 2013.
  • 29 Jun 2022: 59,791 miles, lower than 103,866 miles on 20 Feb 2019.

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
59,817 miles · 30 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
961 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 60,778 miles
  • 2022 – 59,817 miles
  • 2019 – 103,866 miles
  • 2014 – 64,371 miles
  • 2013 – 60,711 miles
  • 2012 – 104,095 miles
  • 2011 – 95,596 miles
  • 2010 – 186,890 miles
  • 2009 – 174,266 miles
  • 2007 – 168,824 miles
  • 2006 – 157,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,778 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,778 miles (+961)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    60,778 miles
    Test number
    294520964720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass59,817 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    59,817 miles
    Test number
    891745429793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail59,791 miles (-44,075)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,791 miles
    Test number
    278390892288
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wipers don't park (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryHighly modified vehicle roll cage fitted no rear seats or belts

  4. Pass103,866 miles (+39,495)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    103,866 miles
    Test number
    832596327375
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted
    • AdvisoryRubber spring seats missing

  5. Pass64,371 miles5 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,371 miles
    Test number
    965311624184
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAirbag light inoperative
    • NoteEmissions unstable
    • NoteLower suspension

  6. Fail64,371 miles (+3,660)2 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,371 miles
    Test number
    865419714102
    • FailureNearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteAirbag light inoperative
    • NoteEmissions unstable

  7. Pass60,711 miles (-43,792)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    60,711 miles
    Test number
    389770533195
    • NoteAirbag light inoperative
    • NoteEmissions unstable
    • NoteExhaust noisy
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe corroded

  8. Fail104,503 miles (+408)11 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,503 miles
    Test number
    755781823150
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust noisy
    • NoteO/s/f brake pipe corroded

  9. Fail104,095 miles (+8,499)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,095 miles
    Test number
    348884792087
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass95,596 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    95,596 miles
    Test number
    127548161409
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

  11. Fail95,596 miles (-91,294)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,596 miles
    Test number
    348788061056
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

  12. Pass186,890 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    186,890 miles
    Test number
    354685720048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail186,824 miles (+12,558)8 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,824 miles
    Test number
    424751220058
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer control is inaccessible to the driver (8.2.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight corrosion on other brake pipes
    • NoteSlight oilleak

  14. Pass174,266 miles (+5,442)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    174,266 miles
    Test number
    953446209013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass168,824 miles (+177)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    168,824 miles
    Test number
    341208177441
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteLowering springs fitted all round

  16. Fail168,647 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,647 miles
    Test number
    292565977219
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteLowering springs fitted all round

  17. Fail168,647 miles (+10,875)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,647 miles
    Test number
    213991677276
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteLowering springs fitted all round

  18. Pass157,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    157,772 miles
    Test number
    492979126232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T498 EGU

Does T498 EGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T498 EGU expired on 11 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T498 EGU?
The MOT on T498 EGU expired on 11 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T498 EGU done?
T498 EGU was recorded at 60,778 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2024.
Has T498 EGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T498 EGU has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on T498 EGU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 9 Mar 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T498 EGU find?
T498 EGU passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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