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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T981 LBUMOT history

T981 LBU is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 9 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 112,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2022
Mileage
112,573 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T981 LBU
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
9 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T981 LBU was last recorded at 112,573 miles on 9 Dec 2021, 338 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,235 miles · 23 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
338 miles
Average per year
4,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 112,573 miles
  • 2020 – 112,235 miles
  • 2019 – 111,484 miles
  • 2018 – 110,603 miles
  • 2017 – 107,547 miles
  • 2016 – 104,655 miles
  • 2015 – 102,191 miles
  • 2014 – 99,291 miles
  • 2013 – 96,505 miles
  • 2012 – 93,484 miles
  • 2011 – 85,031 miles
  • 2010 – 80,125 miles
  • 2009 – 75,229 miles
  • 2008 – 71,413 miles
  • 2007 – 65,618 miles
  • 2006 – 53,783 miles
  • 2005 – 44,690 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,573 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,573 miles (+338)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    112,573 miles
    Test number
    203222597594
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,235 miles (+751)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    112,235 miles
    Test number
    325103519553
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass111,484 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    111,484 miles
    Test number
    330286264774
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail111,484 miles (+881)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,484 miles
    Test number
    773782848493
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass110,603 miles (+3,056)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    110,603 miles
    Test number
    995967080674
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded slightly

  6. Pass107,547 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    107,547 miles
    Test number
    230158210839
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail107,547 miles (+2,892)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,547 miles
    Test number
    305184410116
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass104,655 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    104,655 miles
    Test number
    622642068831
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

  9. Fail104,655 miles (+2,464)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,655 miles
    Test number
    854251448230
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass102,191 miles (+2,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    102,191 miles
    Test number
    485166665751
    • AdvisoryNearside Front low on outer edge

  11. Pass99,291 miles (+2,786)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    99,291 miles
    Test number
    978434544363
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass96,505 miles (+3,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    96,505 miles
    Test number
    369792853301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass93,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    93,484 miles
    Test number
    526833652321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail93,484 miles (+8,453)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,484 miles
    Test number
    836913152350
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass85,031 miles (+4,906)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    85,031 miles
    Test number
    698625851358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass80,125 miles (+4,896)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    80,125 miles
    Test number
    552362840344
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass75,229 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    75,229 miles
    Test number
    402086259312
    • NoteNearside rear door wont open

  18. Fail75,229 miles (+3,816)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,229 miles
    Test number
    821026059384
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear door wont open

  19. Pass71,413 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    71,413 miles
    Test number
    442353448355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail71,413 miles (+5,795)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,413 miles
    Test number
    820523948300
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass65,618 miles (+3,301)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    65,618 miles
    Test number
    331191547372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,317 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    62,317 miles
    Test number
    533398797174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail62,317 miles (+8,534)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,317 miles
    Test number
    522425497172
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  24. Pass53,783 miles (+9,093)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    53,783 miles
    Test number
    341707606493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,690 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    44,690 miles
    Test number
    603631615214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T981 LBU

Does T981 LBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T981 LBU expired on 22 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T981 LBU?
The MOT on T981 LBU expired on 22 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T981 LBU done?
T981 LBU was recorded at 112,573 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2021, an average of 4,149 miles a year.
Has T981 LBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T981 LBU has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on T981 LBU 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 T981 LBU find?
T981 LBU passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2021 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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