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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T870 ABMMOT history

T870 ABM is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 5 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Jan 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 197,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jan 2025
Mileage
197,935 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T870 ABM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T870 ABM was last recorded at 197,935 miles on 3 Jan 2024, 2,652 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,283 miles · 4 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,652 miles
Average per year
5,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 197,935 miles
  • 2023 – 195,283 miles
  • 2022 – 192,810 miles
  • 2020 – 189,654 miles
  • 2019 – 184,542 miles
  • 2017 – 178,947 miles
  • 2016 – 173,077 miles
  • 2015 – 163,355 miles
  • 2014 – 153,692 miles
  • 2013 – 142,813 miles
  • 2012 – 135,430 miles
  • 2009 – 131,110 miles
  • 2008 – 117,535 miles
  • 2007 – 102,527 miles
  • 2006 – 92,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,935 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlastic over sills fitted obsucring some testable items
  • AdvisoryVarious steering , brake and suspension components corroded

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • All underside coated in waxoyl

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,935 miles (+2,652)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    197,935 miles
    Test number
    355010431271
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPlastic over sills fitted obsucring some testable items
    • AdvisoryVarious steering , brake and suspension components corroded

  2. Pass195,283 miles (+2,473)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    195,283 miles
    Test number
    414247998576
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in waxoyl

  3. Pass192,810 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    192,810 miles
    Test number
    321309946993
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll underside coated in waxoyl

  4. Fail192,810 miles (+3,156)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,810 miles
    Test number
    775773135663
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll underside coated in waxoyl

  5. Pass189,654 miles (+5,112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    189,654 miles
    Test number
    237916718873
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside coated in waxoyl

  6. Pass184,542 miles (+51)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    184,542 miles
    Test number
    949096768556
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail184,491 miles (+5,544)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,491 miles
    Test number
    767159783720
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material master cylinder to front join (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material master cylinder to front join (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass178,947 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    178,947 miles
    Test number
    652494089953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail178,947 miles (+5,870)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,947 miles
    Test number
    693363394738
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass173,077 miles (+9,722)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    173,077 miles
    Test number
    758262784696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass163,355 miles (+9,663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    163,355 miles
    Test number
    147246005197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass153,692 miles (+10,879)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    153,692 miles
    Test number
    407525714162
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust back box deteriated
    • NotePlastic covers on sills

  13. Pass142,813 miles (+7,383)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    142,813 miles
    Test number
    947024413190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteLight scratches on windscreen.

  14. Fail135,430 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,430 miles
    Test number
    217422732152
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteLight scratches on windscreen

  15. Pass135,430 miles (+4,320)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    135,430 miles
    Test number
    669342132170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteLight scratches on windscreen

  16. Pass131,110 miles (+13,575)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    131,110 miles
    Test number
    320454649269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass117,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    117,535 miles
    Test number
    372506708248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail117,535 miles (+15,008)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,535 miles
    Test number
    112608498186
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureCentre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteEXHAUST MANIFOLD CRACKED

  19. Pass102,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    102,527 miles
    Test number
    771008907287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail102,527 miles (+9,546)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,527 miles
    Test number
    571147207224
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  21. Pass92,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    92,981 miles
    Test number
    781896766145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T870 ABM

Does T870 ABM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T870 ABM expired on 4 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T870 ABM?
The MOT on T870 ABM expired on 4 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T870 ABM done?
T870 ABM was recorded at 197,935 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2024, an average of 5,979 miles a year.
Has T870 ABM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T870 ABM has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T870 ABM 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 T870 ABM find?
T870 ABM passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2024 with 13 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 10 more.

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