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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T681 LHLMOT history

T681 LHL is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 28 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 195,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jul 2026
Mileage
195,341 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,387 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T681 LHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T681 LHL was last recorded at 195,341 miles on 27 Jun 2025, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,266 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
6,387 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 195,341 miles
  • 2024 – 185,974 miles
  • 2023 – 180,828 miles
  • 2022 – 175,068 miles
  • 2021 – 172,113 miles
  • 2020 – 170,407 miles
  • 2019 – 159,985 miles
  • 2018 – 148,651 miles
  • 2017 – 136,864 miles
  • 2016 – 127,145 miles
  • 2015 – 117,626 miles
  • 2014 – 107,101 miles
  • 2013 – 95,207 miles
  • 2012 – 85,998 miles
  • 2011 – 83,474 miles
  • 2010 – 81,463 miles
  • 2008 – 78,679 miles
  • 2007 – 77,797 miles
  • 2006 – 73,298 miles
  • 2005 – 68,714 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,341 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))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.

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,341 miles (+75)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    195,341 miles
    Test number
    668676132656
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail195,266 miles (+9,292)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,266 miles
    Test number
    785806908908
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass185,974 miles (+44)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    185,974 miles
    Test number
    802566340172
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  4. Fail185,930 miles (+5,102)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,930 miles
    Test number
    350879690830
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Items removed from driver's view prior to test
  5. Pass180,828 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    180,828 miles
    Test number
    883920819952
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail180,828 miles (+5,760)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,828 miles
    Test number
    529166723948
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect image blurred. (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass175,068 miles (+2,955)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    175,068 miles
    Test number
    795899004328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non-obligatory fog lamp lens broken.
  8. Pass172,113 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    172,113 miles
    Test number
    875000966582
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail172,113 miles (+1,706)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,113 miles
    Test number
    940674707264
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass170,407 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    170,407 miles
    Test number
    280037646079
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess mounting bush deteriorated. (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Inner Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust silencer split and leaking. (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Fail170,407 miles (+10,422)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,407 miles
    Test number
    910952458360
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess mounting bush deteriorated. (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Inner Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust silencer split and leaking. (6.1.2 (a))
  12. Pass159,985 miles (+11,334)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    159,985 miles
    Test number
    120230128467
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess Rubber Bush deteriorated. (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front fog light not working / lens broken.
  13. Pass148,651 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    148,651 miles
    Test number
    345873914976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Fail148,650 miles (+11,786)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,650 miles
    Test number
    277449709566
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  15. Pass136,864 miles (+9,719)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    136,864 miles
    Test number
    647897327960
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass127,145 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    127,145 miles
    Test number
    992773751800
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail127,145 miles (+9,519)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,145 miles
    Test number
    372666445960
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass117,626 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    117,626 miles
    Test number
    248602575012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail117,542 miles (+10,441)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,542 miles
    Test number
    368629265072
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
  20. Pass107,101 miles (+11,894)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    107,101 miles
    Test number
    246060174060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass95,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    95,207 miles
    Test number
    839849253003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail95,207 miles (+9,209)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,207 miles
    Test number
    478609853073
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
  23. Pass85,998 miles (+2,524)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,998 miles
    Test number
    139269872416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,474 miles (+2,011)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,474 miles
    Test number
    116959561065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass81,463 miles (+2,784)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    81,463 miles
    Test number
    650819060032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass78,679 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    78,679 miles
    Test number
    881229948249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail78,679 miles (+882)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,679 miles
    Test number
    974139348266
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  28. Pass77,797 miles (+4,499)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    77,797 miles
    Test number
    470270157249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass73,298 miles (+4,584)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    73,298 miles
    Test number
    482393546228
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  30. Pass68,714 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    68,714 miles
    Test number
    313082545225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T681 LHL

Does T681 LHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T681 LHL expired on 6 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T681 LHL?
The MOT on T681 LHL expired on 6 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T681 LHL done?
T681 LHL was recorded at 195,341 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2025, an average of 6,387 miles a year.
Has T681 LHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T681 LHL has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T681 LHL 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 T681 LHL find?
T681 LHL passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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