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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 2012 · 1,598 cc

V29 JMLMOT history

V29 JML is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 27 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 71,321 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

V29 JML red Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
71,321 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,976 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V29 JML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V29 JML was last recorded at 71,321 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,315 miles · 8 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,976 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,321 miles
  • 2025 – 64,093 miles
  • 2024 – 59,081 miles
  • 2023 – 55,232 miles
  • 2022 – 51,062 miles
  • 2021 – 46,329 miles
  • 2020 – 41,318 miles
  • 2019 – 36,483 miles
  • 2018 – 32,108 miles
  • 2017 – 26,144 miles
  • 2016 – 21,259 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,321 miles
  • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront subframe repairedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox, has had poor repair (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides, corroded (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

15 tests since 1 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,321 miles (+6)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    71,321 miles
    Test number
    444759195505
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe repaired
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Backbox, has had poor repair (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides, corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail71,315 miles (+9)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,315 miles
    Test number
    118912117845
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe repaired
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail71,306 miles (+7,213)4 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,306 miles
    Test number
    750204381112
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened Holes, marked with yellow marker (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shocker casings corroded, both sides

  4. Pass64,093 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    64,093 miles
    Test number
    136746122587
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail64,093 miles (+5,012)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,093 miles
    Test number
    161095443911
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass59,081 miles (+3,849)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    59,081 miles
    Test number
    889631974799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass55,232 miles (+4,170)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    55,232 miles
    Test number
    381646845702

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass51,062 miles (+4,733)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    51,062 miles
    Test number
    944054912987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  9. Pass46,329 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    46,329 miles
    Test number
    204648531384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail46,329 miles (+5,011)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,329 miles
    Test number
    235628510187
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass41,318 miles (+4,835)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,318 miles
    Test number
    420383302106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass36,483 miles (+4,375)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    36,483 miles
    Test number
    300958508402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass32,108 miles (+5,964)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    32,108 miles
    Test number
    900674646004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,144 miles (+4,885)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    26,144 miles
    Test number
    580728945394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass21,259 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    21,259 miles
    Test number
    203328087434
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about V29 JML

Does V29 JML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V29 JML is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V29 JML?
The MOT on V29 JML is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V29 JML done?
V29 JML was recorded at 71,321 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 4,976 miles a year.
Has V29 JML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V29 JML has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V29 JML 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 V29 JML find?
V29 JML passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front subframe repaired, and 6 more.

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