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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T998 KOVMOT history

T998 KOV is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 13 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2022 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 178,537 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2022
Mileage
178,537 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2021
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,369 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T998 KOV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T998 KOV was last recorded at 178,537 miles on 29 Nov 2021, 5,313 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Apr 2011: 79,561 miles, lower than 108,648 miles on 12 Jul 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
173,224 miles · 13 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,313 miles
Average per year
5,369 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 178,537 miles
  • 2020 – 173,224 miles
  • 2019 – 166,585 miles
  • 2018 – 160,563 miles
  • 2016 – 146,111 miles
  • 2015 – 137,997 miles
  • 2013 – 97,018 miles
  • 2012 – 87,502 miles
  • 2011 – 79,561 miles
  • 2008 – 108,648 miles
  • 2007 – 102,272 miles
  • 2006 – 96,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,537 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,537 miles (+5,313)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    178,537 miles
    Test number
    895453181152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Pass173,224 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    173,224 miles
    Test number
    328800704037
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  3. Fail173,224 miles (+6,639)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,224 miles
    Test number
    338913269578
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  4. Pass166,585 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    166,585 miles
    Test number
    361528348130
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering
  5. Fail166,585 miles (+6,022)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,585 miles
    Test number
    276595777106
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering
  6. Pass160,563 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    160,563 miles
    Test number
    584394459111
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering
  7. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    926312062403
    • AdvisoryAll brake pies coroded
    • AdvisoryBrake discs worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  8. Pass146,111 miles (+8,114)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    146,111 miles
    Test number
    780805385493
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded
  9. Pass137,997 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    137,997 miles
    Test number
    238160765451
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Fail137,997 miles (+40,979)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,997 miles
    Test number
    978360065143
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Pass97,018 miles (+9,516)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    97,018 miles
    Test number
    366442303137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,502 miles (+7,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    87,502 miles
    Test number
    777863692034
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  13. Pass79,561 miles (-29,087)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    79,561 miles
    Test number
    335371891028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass108,648 miles (+6,376)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    108,648 miles
    Test number
    951884398164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass102,272 miles (+6,145)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    102,272 miles
    Test number
    590869807257
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass96,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    96,127 miles
    Test number
    653606506287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T998 KOV

Does T998 KOV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T998 KOV expired on 28 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T998 KOV?
The MOT on T998 KOV expired on 28 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T998 KOV done?
T998 KOV was recorded at 178,537 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2021, an average of 5,369 miles a year.
Has T998 KOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T998 KOV has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T998 KOV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T998 KOV find?
T998 KOV passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2021 with 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 3 more.

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