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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,389 cc

T897 YVTMOT history

T897 YVT is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 7 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 139,975 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2022
Mileage
139,975 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T897 YVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T897 YVT was last recorded at 139,975 miles on 7 Feb 2022, 11,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,864 miles · 14 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
11,111 miles
Average per year
5,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 139,975 miles
  • 2021 – 128,864 miles
  • 2019 – 108,602 miles
  • 2018 – 102,395 miles
  • 2017 – 96,540 miles
  • 2016 – 90,825 miles
  • 2015 – 83,790 miles
  • 2014 – 77,602 miles
  • 2013 – 72,485 miles
  • 2012 – 69,388 miles
  • 2011 – 61,456 miles
  • 2010 – 59,512 miles
  • 2009 – 57,343 miles
  • 2008 – 54,813 miles
  • 2007 – 51,597 miles
  • 2006 – 46,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail139,975 miles
  • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018

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 Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail139,975 miles (+11,111)6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,975 miles
    Test number
    912647665095
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass128,864 miles (+20,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    128,864 miles
    Test number
    288030622957
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,602 miles (+86)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    108,602 miles
    Test number
    155181041912
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust baffles loose

  4. Fail108,516 miles (+6,121)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,516 miles
    Test number
    989841152812
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (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 Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust baffles loose

  5. Pass102,395 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,395 miles
    Test number
    653470570614
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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. Fail102,395 miles (+5,855)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,395 miles
    Test number
    591728280590
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass96,540 miles (+5,715)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    96,540 miles
    Test number
    557601907567
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch has corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass90,825 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    90,825 miles
    Test number
    341310416135
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has low patches on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  9. Fail90,825 miles (+7,035)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,825 miles
    Test number
    438760629142
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre has low patches on inside edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished

  10. Pass83,790 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    83,790 miles
    Test number
    395067775113
    • NoteNs front wheel bearing noisy
    • NoteNs rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge
    • NoteSome corrosion and deterioration to exhaust centre section

  11. Fail83,790 miles (+6,188)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,790 miles
    Test number
    945447475140
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNs front wheel bearing noisy
    • NoteNs rear tyre wearing unevenly on inner edge
    • NoteSome corrosion and deterioration to exhaust centre section

  12. Pass77,602 miles (+5,117)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,602 miles
    Test number
    996717464160
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges
    • NoteSome corrosion to both rear and ns front metal brake pipes

  13. Pass72,485 miles (+3,097)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,485 miles
    Test number
    218553643458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,388 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,388 miles
    Test number
    248619392448
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail69,387 miles (+7,931)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,387 miles
    Test number
    849369392157
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail61,456 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,456 miles
    Test number
    227107161447
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NotePlastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

  17. Pass61,456 miles (+1,944)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    61,456 miles
    Test number
    895737861118
    • NotePlastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

  18. Pass59,512 miles (+2,169)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    59,512 miles
    Test number
    440773570106
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NotePlastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

  19. Pass57,343 miles (+20)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    57,343 miles
    Test number
    720355979177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail57,323 miles (+2,510)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,323 miles
    Test number
    474310879142
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass54,813 miles (+3,216)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,813 miles
    Test number
    750012988130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass51,597 miles (+4,963)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    51,597 miles
    Test number
    481476077129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,634 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,634 miles
    Test number
    523291076142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T897 YVT

Does T897 YVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T897 YVT expired on 19 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T897 YVT?
The MOT on T897 YVT expired on 19 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T897 YVT done?
T897 YVT was recorded at 139,975 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2022, an average of 5,970 miles a year.
Has T897 YVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T897 YVT has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T897 YVT 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 YVT find?
T897 YVT failed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2022 with 6 major defects, 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits, and 8 more.

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