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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T686 ARAMOT history

T686 ARA is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 25 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,492 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2025
Mileage
98,492 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2020
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T686 ARA
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
25 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T686 ARA was last recorded at 98,492 miles on 17 Sept 2020, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,490 miles · 11 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 98,492 miles
  • 2019 – 92,691 miles
  • 2018 – 85,229 miles
  • 2017 – 78,136 miles
  • 2016 – 71,776 miles
  • 2015 – 67,848 miles
  • 2014 – 64,637 miles
  • 2013 – 59,806 miles
  • 2012 – 55,684 miles
  • 2011 – 52,088 miles
  • 2010 – 48,167 miles
  • 2009 – 42,694 miles
  • 2008 – 38,032 miles
  • 2007 – 30,076 miles
  • 2006 – 24,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    473836899371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    175186579245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  3. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    831987841139
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    551415638233
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass98,492 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,492 miles
    Test number
    774356030449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail98,490 miles (+5,799)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,490 miles
    Test number
    945113619467
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases big hole by rear box (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass92,691 miles (+7,462)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    92,691 miles
    Test number
    292167470215
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass85,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,229 miles
    Test number
    249010941040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail85,229 miles (+7,093)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,229 miles
    Test number
    946115893190
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  10. Pass78,136 miles (+6,360)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,136 miles
    Test number
    716233234542
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade split at ends

  11. Pass71,776 miles (+3,928)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    71,776 miles
    Test number
    932676143850
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass67,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    67,848 miles
    Test number
    848500345193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail67,848 miles (+3,211)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,848 miles
    Test number
    555009035121
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Pass64,637 miles (+4,831)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,637 miles
    Test number
    116152734170
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted not alowing full inspection of outer sills

  15. Pass59,806 miles (+4,122)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    59,806 miles
    Test number
    188248633162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass55,684 miles (+3,596)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    55,684 miles
    Test number
    355679342147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass52,088 miles (+3,921)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    52,088 miles
    Test number
    595733151179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,167 miles (+5,473)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,167 miles
    Test number
    690988730170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,694 miles (+4,662)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    42,694 miles
    Test number
    494166749152
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail38,032 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,032 miles
    Test number
    202212968444
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass38,032 miles (+7,956)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    38,032 miles
    Test number
    271892368406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,076 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    30,076 miles
    Test number
    243937767015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,076 miles (+5,418)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,076 miles
    Test number
    531107567025
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass24,658 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    24,658 miles
    Test number
    513292676087
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteAdvise has this vehicle ever had a cambelt ? it is now 7 years old !
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T686 ARA

Does T686 ARA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T686 ARA expired on 2 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T686 ARA?
The MOT on T686 ARA expired on 2 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T686 ARA done?
T686 ARA was recorded at 98,492 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2020, an average of 5,086 miles a year.
Has T686 ARA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T686 ARA has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on T686 ARA 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 T686 ARA find?
T686 ARA passed its latest MOT on 2 Nov 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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