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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T897 SVTMOT history

T897 SVT is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 32 MOT tests, with 151,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Dec 2025
Mileage
151,548 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2023
MOT tests
32
19 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,708 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T897 SVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T897 SVT was last recorded at 151,548 miles on 8 Dec 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,544 miles · 30 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,708 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,548 miles
  • 2020 – 146,808 miles
  • 2019 – 142,700 miles
  • 2018 – 139,911 miles
  • 2017 – 137,283 miles
  • 2016 – 133,463 miles
  • 2015 – 129,429 miles
  • 2014 – 124,774 miles
  • 2013 – 119,406 miles
  • 2012 – 114,391 miles
  • 2011 – 109,756 miles
  • 2010 – 103,306 miles
  • 2009 – 96,187 miles
  • 2008 – 89,953 miles
  • 2007 – 78,596 miles
  • 2006 – 68,507 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • MajorEmission control equipment obviously defective Air leak under bonnet. (8.2.1.1 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Air leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced x2 (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch/sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill end/Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    224694625936
    • MajorEmission control equipment obviously defective Air leak under bonnet. (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Air leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light intensity severely reduced x2 (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner arch/sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Sill end/Inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    439325509145
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. FailMileage not read5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    225302648059
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass151,548 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    151,548 miles
    Test number
    570153074916
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail151,544 miles6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,544 miles
    Test number
    319098976688
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction Wipers park fault (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    242221249545
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. FailMileage not read2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    405753763473
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    485498715522
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    168604851102
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass146,808 miles (+4,108)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    146,808 miles
    Test number
    871030126136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass142,700 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,700 miles
    Test number
    709839340410
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted.

  12. Fail142,696 miles (+2,785)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,696 miles
    Test number
    955837290495
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill behind cover. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted.

  13. Pass139,911 miles (+2,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    139,911 miles
    Test number
    965426720432
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sill end rusty.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished

  14. Pass137,283 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    137,283 miles
    Test number
    577791188605
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Inner clip (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cut/perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail137,280 miles (+3,817)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,280 miles
    Test number
    459475600439
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Inner clip (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre cut/perished
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass133,463 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    133,463 miles
    Test number
    177408429765
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail133,460 miles (+4,031)9 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,460 miles
    Test number
    721446104764
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass129,429 miles (+4,655)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    129,429 miles
    Test number
    237526525485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass124,774 miles (+5,368)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2015
    Odometer
    124,774 miles
    Test number
    149868124117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass119,406 miles (+57)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    119,406 miles
    Test number
    205323413197
    • NoteAdvise n/s/rear tyre wall cracked and nail in tread

  21. Fail119,349 miles (+4,958)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,349 miles
    Test number
    455090113105
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteAdvise n/s/rear tyre wall cracked and nail in tread

  22. Pass114,391 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    114,391 miles
    Test number
    309654912106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail114,389 miles (+4,633)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,389 miles
    Test number
    555120312172
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass109,756 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    109,756 miles
    Test number
    927638091016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise on front wipers not always parking
    • NoteClutch Pedal Rubber Missing

  25. Fail109,756 miles (+6,450)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,756 miles
    Test number
    795458691073
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise on front wipers not always parking
    • NoteClutch Pedal Rubber Missing

  26. Pass103,306 miles (+7,119)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    103,306 miles
    Test number
    900904800174
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/f headlamp pattren a little poor and glass fogged

  27. Pass96,187 miles (+6,234)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    96,187 miles
    Test number
    580527109197
    • NoteAdvise taht front pads getting low also advise that nsf headlamp beam patt sligthly weak

  28. Pass89,953 miles (+11,357)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    89,953 miles
    Test number
    524458808178
    • 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)

  29. Pass78,596 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    78,596 miles
    Test number
    272653607174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Fail78,596 miles (+10,089)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,596 miles
    Test number
    694973307105
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass68,507 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    68,507 miles
    Test number
    264918006103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail68,507 miles6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,507 miles
    Test number
    790718406165
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T897 SVT

Does T897 SVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T897 SVT expired on 7 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T897 SVT?
The MOT on T897 SVT expired on 7 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T897 SVT done?
T897 SVT was recorded at 151,548 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2023, an average of 4,708 miles a year.
Has T897 SVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T897 SVT has failed 13 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T897 SVT 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 T897 SVT find?
T897 SVT failed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with 7 major defects and 2 advisories: emission control equipment obviously defective air leak under bonnet.; emissions unable to be completed air leak; front headlamp light intensity severely reduced x2, and 6 more.

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