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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T940 LAHMOT history

T940 LAH is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 7 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 188,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Apr 2026
Mileage
188,542 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,725 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T940 LAH
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
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T940 LAH was last recorded at 188,542 miles on 8 Apr 2025, 1,161 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,381 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1,161 miles
Average per year
4,725 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 188,542 miles
  • 2024 – 187,381 miles
  • 2023 – 185,340 miles
  • 2022 – 182,263 miles
  • 2021 – 179,986 miles
  • 2019 – 170,455 miles
  • 2018 – 165,883 miles
  • 2017 – 158,842 miles
  • 2016 – 152,714 miles
  • 2015 – 146,932 miles
  • 2014 – 142,031 miles
  • 2013 – 136,430 miles
  • 2012 – 130,668 miles
  • 2011 – 122,076 miles
  • 2010 – 114,977 miles
  • 2009 – 110,484 miles
  • 2008 – 106,979 miles
  • 2007 – 103,859 miles
  • 2006 – 99,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,542 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust system is corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,542 miles (+1,161)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    188,542 miles
    Test number
    903313997619
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass187,381 miles (+2,041)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    187,381 miles
    Test number
    885392850631
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass185,340 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    185,340 miles
    Test number
    999394667222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail185,336 miles (+3,073)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,336 miles
    Test number
    239411006240
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear exhaust missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass182,263 miles (+8)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    182,263 miles
    Test number
    859858053920
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail182,255 miles (+2,269)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,255 miles
    Test number
    128532298217
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass179,986 miles (+11)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    179,986 miles
    Test number
    933282688537
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail179,975 miles (+9,520)3 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,975 miles
    Test number
    235064761510
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 25% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass170,455 miles (+12)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    170,455 miles
    Test number
    474845670249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush top mount (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail170,443 miles (+4,560)9 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,443 miles
    Test number
    594368483154
    • MajorEmissions not tested Exhaust leak & split vacuum pipe (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top mounting bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush Top mounting bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVacuum pipe split
  11. Pass165,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    165,883 miles
    Test number
    275796547220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail165,883 miles (+7,041)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,883 miles
    Test number
    713891189281
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  13. Pass158,842 miles (+6,128)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    158,842 miles
    Test number
    104984254106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.9mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  14. Pass152,714 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    152,714 miles
    Test number
    858356284405
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center /rear (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
  15. Fail152,714 miles (+5,782)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,714 miles
    Test number
    758007112555
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center /rear (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
  16. Pass146,932 miles (+4,901)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    146,932 miles
    Test number
    698713675107
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  17. Pass142,031 miles (+5,601)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    142,031 miles
    Test number
    545558164177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass136,430 miles (+5,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    136,430 miles
    Test number
    927276783142
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
  19. Pass130,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    130,668 miles
    Test number
    239102872466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail130,668 miles (+8,592)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,668 miles
    Test number
    468252372193
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  21. Pass122,076 miles (+7,099)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    122,076 miles
    Test number
    227403871488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass114,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    114,977 miles
    Test number
    221362170194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail114,977 miles (+4,493)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,977 miles
    Test number
    262507460125
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  24. Pass110,484 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    110,484 miles
    Test number
    953720279107
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  25. Fail110,484 miles (+3,505)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,484 miles
    Test number
    673770879109
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  26. Pass106,979 miles (+3,120)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    106,979 miles
    Test number
    641969878194
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteHeadlamp lenses starting to deterioate
    • NoteOil leak
  27. Pass103,859 miles (+3,935)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    103,859 miles
    Test number
    260100087424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass99,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    99,924 miles
    Test number
    234067586489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T940 LAH

Does T940 LAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T940 LAH expired on 7 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T940 LAH?
The MOT on T940 LAH expired on 7 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T940 LAH done?
T940 LAH was recorded at 188,542 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2025, an average of 4,725 miles a year.
Has T940 LAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T940 LAH has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on T940 LAH 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 T940 LAH find?
T940 LAH passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 6 more.

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