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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T53 MBCMOT history

T53 MBC is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 213,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2022
Mileage
213,942 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2021
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
9,436 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T53 MBC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T53 MBC was last recorded at 213,942 miles on 26 Oct 2021, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
213,939 miles · 12 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,436 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 213,942 miles
  • 2020 – 212,052 miles
  • 2019 – 203,601 miles
  • 2018 – 195,228 miles
  • 2017 – 185,472 miles
  • 2016 – 176,203 miles
  • 2015 – 164,924 miles
  • 2014 – 154,098 miles
  • 2013 – 144,496 miles
  • 2012 – 134,200 miles
  • 2011 – 122,209 miles
  • 2010 – 109,404 miles
  • 2009 – 97,000 miles
  • 2008 – 87,251 miles
  • 2007 – 76,822 miles
  • 2006 – 66,244 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,942 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner and outer brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner and outer brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Gearbox mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass213,942 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    213,942 miles
    Test number
    217953046560
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner and outer brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner and outer brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail213,939 miles (+1,887)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    213,939 miles
    Test number
    797497670756
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner and outer brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Inner and outer brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass212,052 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    212,052 miles
    Test number
    341459617002
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail212,052 miles (+8,451)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,052 miles
    Test number
    506859145371
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass203,601 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    203,601 miles
    Test number
    295908450172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail203,590 miles (+8,362)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,590 miles
    Test number
    256074023430
    • 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 at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass195,228 miles (+64)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    195,228 miles
    Test number
    529427499834
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded hose to brake load sensing valve (borderline) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel cylinder to hose pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Wheel cylinder to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded hose to brake load sensing valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel binding slightly
    • AdvisorySlight play inner steering rack

  8. Fail195,164 miles (+9,692)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,164 miles
    Test number
    765565667852
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded hose to brake load sensing valve (borderline) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded wheel cylinder to hose pipe (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded Wheel cylinder to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded hose to brake load sensing valve (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear wheel binding slightly
    • AdvisorySlight play inner steering rack

  9. Pass185,472 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    185,472 miles
    Test number
    361781031888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail185,470 miles (+9,267)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,470 miles
    Test number
    658308659842
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  11. Pass176,203 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    176,203 miles
    Test number
    644984162686
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail176,163 miles (+11,239)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,163 miles
    Test number
    315671062968
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded end sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront steering rack tie rod arms slight freeplay
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive end sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn unevenly
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted at time of test unable to assess corrosion fully

  13. Pass164,924 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    164,924 miles
    Test number
    408203435092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Fail164,924 miles (+10,826)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,924 miles
    Test number
    307243735039
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  15. Pass154,098 miles (+9,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    154,098 miles
    Test number
    266995134029
    • 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)

  16. Pass144,496 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    144,496 miles
    Test number
    988669423014
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/S headlamp beam pattern only just meets MOT requirement

  17. Fail144,496 miles (+10,296)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,496 miles
    Test number
    686219623070
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteN/S headlamp beam pattern only just meets MOT requirement

  18. Pass134,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    134,200 miles
    Test number
    845320342089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail134,200 miles (+11,991)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,200 miles
    Test number
    965710342074
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  20. Pass122,209 miles (+12,805)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    122,209 miles
    Test number
    956706341029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass109,404 miles (+12,404)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    109,404 miles
    Test number
    682114650096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail97,000 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,000 miles
    Test number
    691418359004
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass97,000 miles (+9,749)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    97,000 miles
    Test number
    693148359046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass87,251 miles (+10,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    87,251 miles
    Test number
    572158458025
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  25. Pass76,822 miles (+10,578)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    76,822 miles
    Test number
    563744667053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass66,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    66,244 miles
    Test number
    112291966043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T53 MBC

Does T53 MBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T53 MBC expired on 25 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T53 MBC?
The MOT on T53 MBC expired on 25 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T53 MBC done?
T53 MBC was recorded at 213,942 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2021, an average of 9,436 miles a year.
Has T53 MBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T53 MBC has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T53 MBC 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 T53 MBC find?
T53 MBC passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2021 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material inner and outer brake pipes; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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