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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T801 TKSMOT history

T801 TKS is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 26 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2024 and it has passed 21 of 39 MOT tests, with 106,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2024
Mileage
106,674 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2024
MOT tests
39
21 passed · 18 failed
Per year
2,685 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T801 TKS
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
26 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T801 TKS was last recorded at 106,674 miles on 24 Oct 2024, 846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Mar 2007: 56,658 miles, lower than 61,799 miles on 6 Mar 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,828 miles · 30 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
846 miles
Average per year
2,685 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 106,674 miles
  • 2023 – 105,828 miles
  • 2022 – 104,804 miles
  • 2021 – 104,046 miles
  • 2020 – 103,009 miles
  • 2019 – 101,975 miles
  • 2018 – 99,912 miles
  • 2017 – 97,031 miles
  • 2016 – 94,634 miles
  • 2015 – 92,075 miles
  • 2014 – 89,081 miles
  • 2013 – 82,435 miles
  • 2012 – 78,125 miles
  • 2011 – 73,825 miles
  • 2010 – 71,163 miles
  • 2009 – 67,977 miles
  • 2008 – 65,439 miles
  • 2007 – 61,799 miles
  • 2006 – 56,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail106,674 miles
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour White light (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill - various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExtensive corrosion throughout chassis and components
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear valance has excessive corrosion

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

39 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail106,674 miles (+846)14 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,674 miles
    Test number
    702541110663
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour White light (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Subframe mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill - various areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExtensive corrosion throughout chassis and components
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear valance has excessive corrosion

  2. Pass105,828 miles (+1,024)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    105,828 miles
    Test number
    791471434112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass104,804 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,804 miles
    Test number
    143735425396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail104,789 miles (+743)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,789 miles
    Test number
    954821235984
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass104,046 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    104,046 miles
    Test number
    328357366845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail104,044 miles (+1,035)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,044 miles
    Test number
    772643533084
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass103,009 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    103,009 miles
    Test number
    447037497245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail103,009 miles (+1,034)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,009 miles
    Test number
    276479775613
    • 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 Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass101,975 miles (+3)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    101,975 miles
    Test number
    231110547769
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir leak on engine

  10. Fail101,972 miles (+2,060)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,972 miles
    Test number
    617536675677
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir leak on engine

  11. Pass99,912 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    99,912 miles
    Test number
    658194932250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail99,910 miles (+569)4 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,910 miles
    Test number
    694442236859
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis rail repair not continuously welded and no penatration (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill hold (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Braking system leaking manifold air leak (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake drum contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill plates not welded continuously welded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass99,341 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    99,341 miles
    Test number
    172267438985
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Fail99,341 miles (+2,310)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,341 miles
    Test number
    695062220781
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  15. Pass97,031 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    97,031 miles
    Test number
    925366470727
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold leak (7.1.2)

  16. Fail97,031 miles (+2,397)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,031 miles
    Test number
    975311378901
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated flexi pipe split (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust manifold leak (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryAir leak on inlet manifold pipe broken
    • AdvisoryBoth front head lights frosting over

  17. Pass94,634 miles (+28)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    94,634 miles
    Test number
    193813957600
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  18. Fail94,606 miles (+2,531)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,606 miles
    Test number
    172732416739
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass92,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    92,075 miles
    Test number
    248626846349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail92,075 miles (+2,994)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,075 miles
    Test number
    189564735208
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill (6.1.A.1)

  21. Pass89,081 miles (+2,207)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    89,081 miles
    Test number
    889678744241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass86,874 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    86,874 miles
    Test number
    267656454012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail86,874 miles (+4,439)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,874 miles
    Test number
    208386954050
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass82,435 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,435 miles
    Test number
    817117873090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Fail82,435 miles (+4,310)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,435 miles
    Test number
    856284673092
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  26. Pass78,125 miles (+4,300)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    78,125 miles
    Test number
    276300662059
    • NoteFront-headlamps-frosted-over-beam-image-ok

  27. Fail73,825 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,825 miles
    Test number
    369656551099
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  28. Pass73,825 miles (+2,662)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,825 miles
    Test number
    396806051015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass71,163 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    71,163 miles
    Test number
    632166550017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail71,161 miles (+3,184)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,161 miles
    Test number
    710795450093
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  31. Pass67,977 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    67,977 miles
    Test number
    600383849081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail67,972 miles (+2,533)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,972 miles
    Test number
    160822849404
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust badly corroded/middle exhaust corroding..corrosion around - rear brake pipes,front chassis/subframe mounts....

  33. Pass65,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    65,439 miles
    Test number
    113649458094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail65,434 miles (+3,635)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,434 miles
    Test number
    173879458079
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteMiddle/rear exhaust corroded....light corrosion around brake pipes....front tyres wearing low....

  35. Pass61,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    61,799 miles
    Test number
    191336667435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass56,658 miles (-5,141)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,658 miles
    Test number
    134356467047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail61,799 miles (+5,141)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,799 miles
    Test number
    180395367411
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBOTH REAR TYRES LOW ON TREAD

  38. Pass56,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    56,658 miles
    Test number
    621248166046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  39. Fail56,658 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,658 miles
    Test number
    663388266046
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Questions about T801 TKS

Does T801 TKS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T801 TKS expired on 3 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T801 TKS?
The MOT on T801 TKS expired on 3 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T801 TKS done?
T801 TKS was recorded at 106,674 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2024, an average of 2,685 miles a year.
Has T801 TKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T801 TKS has failed 18 of its 39 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on T801 TKS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Mar 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T801 TKS find?
T801 TKS failed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2024 with 14 major defects and 3 advisories: engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 14 more.

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