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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T579 CBDMOT history

T579 CBD is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 2 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Jan 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 152,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jan 2026
Mileage
152,730 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,253 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T579 CBD
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
2 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T579 CBD was last recorded at 152,730 miles on 21 Jan 2025, 279 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,451 miles · 8 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
279 miles
Average per year
5,253 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 152,730 miles
  • 2024 – 152,451 miles
  • 2023 – 149,431 miles
  • 2021 – 145,796 miles
  • 2020 – 140,796 miles
  • 2019 – 135,474 miles
  • 2018 – 130,638 miles
  • 2017 – 125,275 miles
  • 2016 – 120,535 miles
  • 2015 – 115,586 miles
  • 2014 – 110,593 miles
  • 2013 – 104,622 miles
  • 2012 – 96,784 miles
  • 2011 – 88,770 miles
  • 2010 – 81,723 miles
  • 2009 – 74,715 miles
  • 2008 – 68,290 miles
  • 2007 – 61,331 miles
  • 2006 – 53,271 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,730 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside (corrosion) (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside upper mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspectionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to front exhaust section
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear beam axle and mountings
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear wheel arches
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake componentsRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside coil spring lower ends missing but still locatedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOuter side skirts fitted restricting inspection of sills

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.

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Wipers don't cancel correctly

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Coil spring corroded front and rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Brake pipes greased restricting inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,730 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    152,730 miles
    Test number
    275008701044
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside (corrosion) (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside upper mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front exhaust section
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear beam axle and mountings
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside coil spring lower ends missing but still located
    • AdvisoryOuter side skirts fitted restricting inspection of sills

  2. Fail152,730 miles (+279)1 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,730 miles
    Test number
    894407585071
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside (corrosion) (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside upper mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front exhaust section
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear beam axle and mountings
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside coil spring lower ends missing but still located
    • AdvisoryOuter side skirts fitted restricting inspection of sills

  3. Pass152,451 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    152,451 miles
    Test number
    680545975535
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and deterioration to rear shock-absorbers
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front coil springs lower ends missing but still located
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryWear in wiper linkage/wipers don't cancel correctly

  4. Fail152,451 miles (+3,020)2 major1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,451 miles
    Test number
    646852742945
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and deterioration to rear shock-absorbers
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front coil springs lower ends missing but still located
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryWear in wiper linkage/wipers don't cancel correctly

  5. Pass149,431 miles (+3,635)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    149,431 miles
    Test number
    586703220302
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing nearside and offside corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and weakness to exhaust system with slight leaks
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension/brake components
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front coil springs lower end missing but still located
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted restricting inspection to sills
    • AdvisoryWipers don't cancel automatically

  6. Pass145,796 miles (+2,667)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,796 miles
    Test number
    990958374611
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion and slight leak to exhaust system
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisoryWipers dont cancel correctly

  7. Pass143,129 miles (+2,333)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    143,129 miles
    Test number
    347337131037
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle and suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres wearing thin
    • AdvisoryWipers don't cancel correctly

  8. Pass140,796 miles (+5,322)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,796 miles
    Test number
    242292356104
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront and rear tyres wearing thin
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside coil spring lower ends missing but still located
    • AdvisoryWipers don't cancel correctly

  9. Pass135,474 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    135,474 miles
    Test number
    205652382889
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside coil spring lower ends missing but still located
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryWipers don't cancel correctly

  10. Fail135,474 miles (+4,836)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,474 miles
    Test number
    893489836727
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside coil spring lower ends missing but still located
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryWipers don't cancel correctly

  11. Pass130,638 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    130,638 miles
    Test number
    972742282809
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside coil spring lower ends missing but still located
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside close to limit (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWipers don't cancel correctly

  12. Fail130,638 miles (+5,363)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,638 miles
    Test number
    838977139799
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside coil spring lower ends missing but still located
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside close to limit (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWipers don't cancel correctly

  13. Pass125,275 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    125,275 miles
    Test number
    116666363228
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded nearside and offside and lower ends missing but still located (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWipers don't cancel correctly

  14. Fail125,275 miles (+4,740)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,275 miles
    Test number
    454291640492
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded nearside and offside and lower ends missing but still located (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside and offside (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWipers don't cancel correctly

  15. Pass120,535 miles (+4,949)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    120,535 miles
    Test number
    259913126424
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside and offside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded front and rear (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass115,586 miles (+4,993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    115,586 miles
    Test number
    956093135018
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass110,593 miles (+5,971)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    110,593 miles
    Test number
    599194024083
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteWipers dont cancel correctly

  18. Pass104,622 miles (+7,838)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    104,622 miles
    Test number
    625577333041
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteWipers dont cancel correctly

  19. Pass96,784 miles (+8,014)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    96,784 miles
    Test number
    999951742056
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteWipers dont cancel correctly

  20. Fail88,770 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,770 miles
    Test number
    179842841064
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass88,770 miles (+7,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    88,770 miles
    Test number
    269582241041
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass81,723 miles (+7,008)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    81,723 miles
    Test number
    434696140076
    • NoteSlight play in offside off steering rack

  23. Pass74,715 miles (+6,425)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    74,715 miles
    Test number
    211756329091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,290 miles (+6,959)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    68,290 miles
    Test number
    632965938038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass61,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    61,331 miles
    Test number
    370025247064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail61,331 miles (+8,060)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,331 miles
    Test number
    493885047002
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass53,271 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    53,271 miles
    Test number
    191955446402
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T579 CBD

Does T579 CBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T579 CBD expired on 20 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T579 CBD?
The MOT on T579 CBD expired on 20 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T579 CBD done?
T579 CBD was recorded at 152,730 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2025, an average of 5,253 miles a year.
Has T579 CBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T579 CBD has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T579 CBD 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 T579 CBD find?
T579 CBD passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2025 with 13 advisories: front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside; nearside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 10 more.

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