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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T655 MBCMOT history

T655 MBC is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 23 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 107,930 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
107,930 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2024
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,777 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T655 MBC
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
23 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T655 MBC was last recorded at 107,930 miles on 30 Jul 2024, 1,752 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,178 miles · 17 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,752 miles
Average per year
2,777 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 107,930 miles
  • 2023 – 106,178 miles
  • 2020 – 100,081 miles
  • 2018 – 95,462 miles
  • 2017 – 93,213 miles
  • 2016 – 90,635 miles
  • 2015 – 89,003 miles
  • 2014 – 85,966 miles
  • 2013 – 79,522 miles
  • 2012 – 76,233 miles
  • 2011 – 73,966 miles
  • 2010 – 69,751 miles
  • 2009 – 67,214 miles
  • 2008 – 64,586 miles
  • 2007 – 60,885 miles
  • 2006 – 57,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBoth sills have plastic covers which prevent full inspection of the outer sills

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    575780802145
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills have plastic covers which prevent full inspection of the outer sills

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    592172412108
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    497252945890
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective no image both (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills both (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass107,930 miles (+1,752)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    107,930 miles
    Test number
    926057935943
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass106,178 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    106,178 miles
    Test number
    926854567091
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    539027362894
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear rear cross member slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sills hidden by plastic over guards , preventing inspection

  7. FailMileage not read4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    983757173352
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear rear cross member slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sills hidden by plastic over guards , preventing inspection

  8. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    657515531682
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear cross member corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded

  9. Pass100,081 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    100,081 miles
    Test number
    879674074235
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    612524787323
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    538775481525
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass95,462 miles (+2,249)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    95,462 miles
    Test number
    351994400278
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass93,213 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,213 miles
    Test number
    856880821127
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail93,213 miles (+2,578)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,213 miles
    Test number
    788554051717
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass90,635 miles (+1,632)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    90,635 miles
    Test number
    760954741018
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass89,003 miles (+3,037)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    89,003 miles
    Test number
    451917660519
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass85,966 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    85,966 miles
    Test number
    389290934470
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail85,966 miles (+6,444)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,966 miles
    Test number
    619320634239
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass79,522 miles (+3,289)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    79,522 miles
    Test number
    486845823284
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Pass76,233 miles (+2,267)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,233 miles
    Test number
    998261222265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Pass73,966 miles (+4,215)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    73,966 miles
    Test number
    788901321278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre has a cut in outer sidewall not deep enough to reach ply or cords

  22. Fail69,751 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,751 miles
    Test number
    213444010269
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight perishing

  23. Pass69,751 miles (+2,537)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    69,751 miles
    Test number
    732184710272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slight perishing

  24. Pass67,214 miles (+2,628)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    67,214 miles
    Test number
    601887619211
    • NoteSlight play n/s inner wrack

  25. Pass64,586 miles (+3,701)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    64,586 miles
    Test number
    880247318267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass60,885 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    60,885 miles
    Test number
    134323517212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail60,885 miles (+2,934)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,885 miles
    Test number
    414483117214
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass57,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    57,951 miles
    Test number
    543664616270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail57,951 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,951 miles
    Test number
    213543516266
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about T655 MBC

Does T655 MBC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T655 MBC expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T655 MBC?
The MOT on T655 MBC expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T655 MBC done?
T655 MBC was recorded at 107,930 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2024, an average of 2,777 miles a year.
Has T655 MBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T655 MBC has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T655 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 T655 MBC find?
T655 MBC failed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner and outer, and 9 more.

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