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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T73 MCHMOT history

T73 MCH is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 110,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Sept 2023
Mileage
110,241 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2022
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,312 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T73 MCH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T73 MCH was last recorded at 110,241 miles on 21 Sept 2022, 3,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,207 miles · 20 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
3,034 miles
Average per year
4,312 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 110,241 miles
  • 2021 – 107,207 miles
  • 2020 – 104,863 miles
  • 2019 – 102,108 miles
  • 2018 – 98,052 miles
  • 2017 – 94,565 miles
  • 2016 – 91,251 miles
  • 2015 – 85,255 miles
  • 2014 – 81,053 miles
  • 2013 – 77,322 miles
  • 2012 – 72,862 miles
  • 2011 – 68,117 miles
  • 2010 – 59,155 miles
  • 2009 – 55,979 miles
  • 2008 – 50,117 miles
  • 2007 – 48,252 miles
  • 2006 – 46,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,241 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • 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))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,241 miles (+3,034)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    110,241 miles
    Test number
    485682331246
    • 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))

  2. Pass107,207 miles (+2,344)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    107,207 miles
    Test number
    504035987111
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass104,863 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    104,863 miles
    Test number
    236451278712
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail104,863 miles (+2,755)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,863 miles
    Test number
    165828216418
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass102,108 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    102,108 miles
    Test number
    452105112579
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail102,075 miles (+4,023)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,075 miles
    Test number
    759052587084
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) excessive
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass98,052 miles (+3,487)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    98,052 miles
    Test number
    880568545955
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  8. Pass94,565 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    94,565 miles
    Test number
    334516836375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail94,565 miles (+3,314)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,565 miles
    Test number
    710628589974
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  10. Pass91,251 miles (+5,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    91,251 miles
    Test number
    806867816057
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass85,255 miles (+4,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    85,255 miles
    Test number
    467109368013
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

  12. Pass81,053 miles (+3,731)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    81,053 miles
    Test number
    478488854280
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Pass77,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,322 miles
    Test number
    207203363288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail77,322 miles (+4,460)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,322 miles
    Test number
    397183963472
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

  15. Pass72,862 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    72,862 miles
    Test number
    606693562209
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail72,860 miles (+4,743)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,860 miles
    Test number
    917813162280
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass68,117 miles (+8,962)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    68,117 miles
    Test number
    215272451249
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass59,155 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,155 miles
    Test number
    504314750218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail59,155 miles (+3,176)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,155 miles
    Test number
    853874250237
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass55,979 miles (+5,862)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    55,979 miles
    Test number
    391289069472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,117 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,117 miles
    Test number
    281965438466
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  22. Fail50,117 miles (+1,865)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,117 miles
    Test number
    971155438162
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  23. Pass48,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    48,252 miles
    Test number
    724895447198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail48,252 miles (+1,603)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,252 miles
    Test number
    661574447118
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  25. Pass46,649 miles (+7,954)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    46,649 miles
    Test number
    343854136265
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  26. Pass38,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    38,695 miles
    Test number
    613068346061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail38,695 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,695 miles
    Test number
    173048246074
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Questions about T73 MCH

Does T73 MCH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T73 MCH expired on 25 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T73 MCH?
The MOT on T73 MCH expired on 25 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T73 MCH done?
T73 MCH was recorded at 110,241 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2022, an average of 4,312 miles a year.
Has T73 MCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T73 MCH has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on T73 MCH 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 T73 MCH find?
T73 MCH passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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