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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T879 MABMOT history

T879 MAB is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 150,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2026
Mileage
150,046 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,352 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T879 MAB
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T879 MAB was last recorded at 150,046 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 2,625 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,421 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,625 miles
Average per year
5,352 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,046 miles
  • 2025 – 147,421 miles
  • 2024 – 143,290 miles
  • 2023 – 139,393 miles
  • 2022 – 137,081 miles
  • 2021 – 132,941 miles
  • 2020 – 127,348 miles
  • 2019 – 122,253 miles
  • 2018 – 115,617 miles
  • 2017 – 103,995 miles
  • 2016 – 102,014 miles
  • 2015 – 95,207 miles
  • 2013 – 89,937 miles
  • 2012 – 84,123 miles
  • 2011 – 76,658 miles
  • 2010 – 68,372 miles
  • 2009 – 60,905 miles
  • 2008 – 53,778 miles
  • 2007 – 47,564 miles
  • 2006 – 43,026 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,046 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner sill by jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced towing eye anchorage area (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wiper arm stuck in central position (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam and stays operational permanently (4.1.3 (b))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch taped up not allowing full inspection
  • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Has pull cord to open door (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch taped up not allowing full inspection

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Metal

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,046 miles (+2,625)4 dangerous18 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,046 miles
    Test number
    830488768525
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner sill by jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduced towing eye anchorage area (6.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction wiper arm stuck in central position (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDipswitch does not operate immediately when selected on main beam and stays operational permanently (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch taped up not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Has pull cord to open door (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch taped up not allowing full inspection
  2. Pass147,421 miles (+4,131)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    147,421 miles
    Test number
    312641471584
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floorpan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass143,290 miles (+3,897)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    143,290 miles
    Test number
    112558145105
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor Pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass139,393 miles (+2,312)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    139,393 miles
    Test number
    834533801405
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All Metal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  5. Pass137,081 miles (+4,140)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    137,081 miles
    Test number
    785386939402
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis rail (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  6. Pass132,941 miles (+5,593)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    132,941 miles
    Test number
    550876214817
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All metal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Pass127,348 miles (+40)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    127,348 miles
    Test number
    583815016753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Fail127,308 miles (+5,055)1 dangerous17 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,308 miles
    Test number
    722129769054
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury Wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Pass122,253 miles (+6,636)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    122,253 miles
    Test number
    763333228393
    • AdvisoryCorrosion under vehicle various places
  10. Pass115,617 miles (+11,622)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,617 miles
    Test number
    464155055852
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  11. Pass103,995 miles (+1,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    103,995 miles
    Test number
    366870543705
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  12. Pass102,014 miles (+6,807)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    102,014 miles
    Test number
    147327747002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    95,207 miles
    Test number
    165395625242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail95,207 miles (+5,270)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,207 miles
    Test number
    308005425443
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass89,937 miles (+5,814)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    89,937 miles
    Test number
    726592103380
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  16. Pass84,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    84,123 miles
    Test number
    459594412496
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Fail84,122 miles (+7,464)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,122 miles
    Test number
    525414112317
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass76,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    76,658 miles
    Test number
    215549891222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,658 miles (+8,286)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,658 miles
    Test number
    276659691243
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
  20. Pass68,372 miles (+7,467)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,372 miles
    Test number
    860861670277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,905 miles (+7,127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    60,905 miles
    Test number
    292220659274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass53,778 miles (+6,214)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    53,778 miles
    Test number
    523147028237
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  23. Fail47,564 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,564 miles
    Test number
    313914437289
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass47,564 miles (+4,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,564 miles
    Test number
    534934537212
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass43,026 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    43,026 miles
    Test number
    430671436279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about T879 MAB

Does T879 MAB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T879 MAB expired on 20 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T879 MAB?
The MOT on T879 MAB expired on 20 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T879 MAB done?
T879 MAB was recorded at 150,046 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 5,352 miles a year.
Has T879 MAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T879 MAB has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T879 MAB 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 T879 MAB find?
T879 MAB failed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 4 dangerous defects, 18 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired inner sill by jacking point, and 27 more.

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