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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T878 ABNMOT history

T878 ABN is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 12 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 146,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 May 2025
Mileage
146,804 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T878 ABN
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
12 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 May 2025
Latest MOT test
20 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T878 ABN was last recorded at 146,804 miles on 20 May 2025, 7,201 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,603 miles · 23 May 2024
Between the last two tests
7,201 miles
Average per year
6,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,804 miles
  • 2024 – 139,603 miles
  • 2023 – 130,962 miles
  • 2022 – 121,854 miles
  • 2021 – 116,161 miles
  • 2019 – 109,177 miles
  • 2018 – 102,898 miles
  • 2017 – 95,787 miles
  • 2016 – 88,541 miles
  • 2015 – 81,240 miles
  • 2014 – 72,680 miles
  • 2013 – 65,965 miles
  • 2012 – 61,535 miles
  • 2011 – 55,164 miles
  • 2009 – 46,590 miles
  • 2008 – 40,263 miles
  • 2007 – 32,109 miles
  • 2006 – 26,533 miles
  • 2005 – 21,300 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,804 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SUBFRAME MOUNT (BEHIND WHEEL) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced GENERAL UNDERBODY (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT SUBFRAME (CENTRE MOUNT) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,804 miles (+7,201)3 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,804 miles
    Test number
    728371978439
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SUBFRAME MOUNT (BEHIND WHEEL) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced GENERAL UNDERBODY (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced FRONT SUBFRAME (CENTRE MOUNT) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass139,603 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    139,603 miles
    Test number
    304832717953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail139,598 miles (+8,636)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,598 miles
    Test number
    640847712777
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting nearside rear outer sill and drop sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorVehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting osf chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Pass130,962 miles (+9,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    130,962 miles
    Test number
    109200991270
    • AdvisoryOs inner rack joint slight play

  5. Pass121,854 miles (+5,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    121,854 miles
    Test number
    113234802659
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass116,161 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,161 miles
    Test number
    413926144174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail116,157 miles (+6,980)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,157 miles
    Test number
    217132937788
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass109,177 miles (+6,279)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,177 miles
    Test number
    494656291558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,898 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,898 miles
    Test number
    798739529872
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel play found in steering rack tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail102,898 miles (+7,111)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,898 miles
    Test number
    320566171928
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel play found in steering rack tie rod (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass95,787 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    95,787 miles
    Test number
    669287302519
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail95,787 miles (+7,246)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,787 miles
    Test number
    614102567112
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass88,541 miles (+7,301)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    88,541 miles
    Test number
    519757745891
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened s (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass81,240 miles (+8,560)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    81,240 miles
    Test number
    609618695150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass72,680 miles (+6,715)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,680 miles
    Test number
    919229594181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGearbox mounting defective
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass65,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,965 miles
    Test number
    197006793161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail65,965 miles (+4,430)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,965 miles
    Test number
    337424893166
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass61,535 miles (+6,371)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,535 miles
    Test number
    295901902225
    • NoteO/S/R tyre worn to limit inner edge

  19. Pass55,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    55,164 miles
    Test number
    727768971125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. FailMileage not read1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    134190000282
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

  21. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    943780700288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    46,590 miles
    Test number
    793127489136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,590 miles (+6,327)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,590 miles
    Test number
    832207389170
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  24. Pass40,263 miles (+8,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    40,263 miles
    Test number
    541970698135
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass32,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    32,109 miles
    Test number
    300383097126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail32,109 miles (+5,576)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,109 miles
    Test number
    810162097194
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass26,533 miles (+5,233)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,533 miles
    Test number
    633304296145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass21,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    21,300 miles
    Test number
    381757885196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T878 ABN

Does T878 ABN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T878 ABN expired on 22 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T878 ABN?
The MOT on T878 ABN expired on 22 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T878 ABN done?
T878 ABN was recorded at 146,804 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2025, an average of 6,316 miles a year.
Has T878 ABN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T878 ABN has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T878 ABN 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 T878 ABN find?
T878 ABN failed its latest MOT on 20 May 2025 with 3 major defects, 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced subframe mount (behind wheel); offside rear wheel bearing rough when rotated; registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, and 5 more.

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