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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Diesel · 1999 · 1,700 cc

T979 LTWMOT history

T979 LTW is a blue diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 22 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 141,387 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
141,387 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T979 LTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T979 LTW was last recorded at 141,387 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 6,595 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,792 miles · 10 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,595 miles
Average per year
3,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,387 miles
  • 2025 – 134,792 miles
  • 2024 – 127,543 miles
  • 2023 – 123,409 miles
  • 2021 – 122,026 miles
  • 2020 – 120,802 miles
  • 2019 – 119,450 miles
  • 2018 – 118,075 miles
  • 2017 – 116,422 miles
  • 2016 – 114,222 miles
  • 2015 – 112,411 miles
  • 2014 – 109,552 miles
  • 2013 – 106,286 miles
  • 2012 – 103,024 miles
  • 2011 – 99,343 miles
  • 2010 – 95,276 miles
  • 2009 – 91,604 miles
  • 2008 – 87,709 miles
  • 2007 – 81,055 miles
  • 2006 – 75,147 miles
  • 2005 – 67,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,387 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,387 miles (+6,595)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    141,387 miles
    Test number
    434897278781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass134,792 miles (+7,249)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    134,792 miles
    Test number
    732390727716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass127,543 miles (+403)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    127,543 miles
    Test number
    474408275498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail127,140 miles (+3,731)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,140 miles
    Test number
    502896768487
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  5. Pass123,409 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    123,409 miles
    Test number
    782097170881
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp reflector slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  6. Fail123,409 miles (+1,383)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,409 miles
    Test number
    816289740227
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

  7. Pass122,026 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    122,026 miles
    Test number
    103448026538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail122,025 miles (+1,223)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,025 miles
    Test number
    971627811716
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking on inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass120,802 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    120,802 miles
    Test number
    189409822445
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail120,801 miles (+1,351)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,801 miles
    Test number
    712009318591
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass119,450 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    119,450 miles
    Test number
    350512296007
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMud covering underside of vehicle and some components

  12. Fail119,450 miles (+1,375)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,450 miles
    Test number
    611444635903
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryMud covering underside of vehicle and some components

  13. Pass118,075 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,075 miles
    Test number
    211880686088
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail118,074 miles (+1,652)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,074 miles
    Test number
    888102633102
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass116,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    116,422 miles
    Test number
    341248522827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail116,422 miles (+2,200)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,422 miles
    Test number
    383705380425
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryMud covering all brake pipes not allowing full inspection

  17. Pass114,222 miles (+1,811)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    114,222 miles
    Test number
    842241901393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryUnderneath of vehicle very muddy covering some components

  18. Pass112,411 miles (+2,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    112,411 miles
    Test number
    391210187189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass109,552 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    109,552 miles
    Test number
    417181784285
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle dirty making inspection difficult

  20. Fail109,549 miles (+3,263)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,549 miles
    Test number
    198501084268
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle dirty making inspection difficult

  21. Pass106,286 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    106,286 miles
    Test number
    409544683227
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle heavily soiled making inspection of items difficult

  22. Fail106,286 miles (+3,262)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,286 miles
    Test number
    627104483218
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle heavily soiled making inspection of items difficult

  23. Pass103,024 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    103,024 miles
    Test number
    999053092239
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  24. Fail103,022 miles (+3,679)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,022 miles
    Test number
    296753792280
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  25. Pass99,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    99,343 miles
    Test number
    508802391204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail99,343 miles (+4,067)10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,343 miles
    Test number
    469811891258
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass95,276 miles (+3,672)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    95,276 miles
    Test number
    914081990267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass91,604 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    91,604 miles
    Test number
    674055089288
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  29. Fail91,604 miles (+3,895)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,604 miles
    Test number
    330305689221
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  30. Pass87,709 miles (+6,654)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    87,709 miles
    Test number
    814074298230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass81,055 miles (+5,908)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    81,055 miles
    Test number
    643901787218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass75,147 miles (+7,845)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    75,147 miles
    Test number
    450009586243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass67,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    67,302 miles
    Test number
    200991995259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T979 LTW

Does T979 LTW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T979 LTW is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T979 LTW?
The MOT on T979 LTW is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T979 LTW done?
T979 LTW was recorded at 141,387 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 3,644 miles a year.
Has T979 LTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T979 LTW has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T979 LTW 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 T979 LTW find?
T979 LTW passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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