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Vauxhall Astra

White · Diesel · 1999 · 1,700 cc

V38 GDCMOT history

V38 GDC is a white diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 13 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 29 MOT tests, with 180,597 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Aug 2026
Mileage
180,597 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2025
MOT tests
29
15 passed · 14 failed
Per year
4,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V38 GDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
13 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V38 GDC was last recorded at 180,597 miles on 13 Aug 2025, 855 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,742 miles · 14 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
855 miles
Average per year
4,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 180,597 miles
  • 2024 – 179,742 miles
  • 2023 – 179,522 miles
  • 2021 – 175,716 miles
  • 2018 – 171,995 miles
  • 2017 – 168,321 miles
  • 2016 – 163,104 miles
  • 2015 – 158,630 miles
  • 2014 – 153,003 miles
  • 2013 – 147,800 miles
  • 2012 – 141,975 miles
  • 2011 – 133,415 miles
  • 2010 – 119,619 miles
  • 2008 – 110,190 miles
  • 2007 – 103,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,597 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS + OS sill / spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 9 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,597 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    180,597 miles
    Test number
    648513786682
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS + OS sill / spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail180,597 miles (+855)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,597 miles
    Test number
    410888008218
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced NS + OS (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive NS + OS sill / spring mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass179,742 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    179,742 miles
    Test number
    601332334016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail179,739 miles (+217)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,739 miles
    Test number
    261707627396
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring 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 Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass179,522 miles (+3,806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    179,522 miles
    Test number
    724800602032
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass175,716 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    175,716 miles
    Test number
    704626245659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail175,714 miles (+3,719)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,714 miles
    Test number
    477255475406
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Rack joint (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass171,995 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    171,995 miles
    Test number
    953544379638
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail171,986 miles (+3,665)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,986 miles
    Test number
    793722333582
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass168,321 miles (+4)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    168,321 miles
    Test number
    911627611497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished inner sidewall.
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded.
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted .
    • AdvisoryVehicle has general underbody corrosion

  11. Fail168,317 miles (+5,213)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,317 miles
    Test number
    265334579686
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view not parking in correct position. (8.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished inner sidewall.
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded.
    • AdvisoryPlastic outer sill covers fitted .
    • AdvisoryVehicle has general underbody corrosion

  12. Pass163,104 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    163,104 miles
    Test number
    736958064718
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Fail163,077 miles (+14)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,077 miles
    Test number
    995168402549
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  14. Fail163,063 miles (+4,433)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,063 miles
    Test number
    864496131783
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen wipers not working on intermittent wipe
    • AdvisoryIntercooler leaking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner steering rack ball joint-slight play
    • AdvisorySlight leak of oil from front power steering pipe connector

  15. Pass158,630 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    158,630 miles
    Test number
    537065135128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  16. Fail158,630 miles (+5,627)3 repaired8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,630 miles
    Test number
    556455535184
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteGearbox oil leak

  17. Pass153,003 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    153,003 miles
    Test number
    769096934199
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail153,003 miles (+5,203)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,003 miles
    Test number
    607693534119
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Fail147,800 miles1 repaired4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,800 miles
    Test number
    228528133459
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  20. Pass147,800 miles (+5,825)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    147,800 miles
    Test number
    238468233140
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  21. Pass141,975 miles (+6)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    141,975 miles
    Test number
    488925422165
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  22. Fail141,969 miles (+8,554)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,969 miles
    Test number
    158704722107
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating

  23. Pass133,415 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2012
    Odometer
    133,415 miles
    Test number
    488733321122
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Fail133,415 miles (+13,796)10 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,415 miles
    Test number
    205176711145
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn

  25. Fail119,619 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,619 miles
    Test number
    853641810147
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on the inner edge

  26. Pass119,619 miles (+9,429)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    119,619 miles
    Test number
    941471510169
    • NoteBoth front tyres are worn on the inner edge

  27. Pass110,190 miles (+6,338)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    110,190 miles
    Test number
    184640758328
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass103,852 miles (+591)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    103,852 miles
    Test number
    410448347397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail103,261 miles7 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,261 miles
    Test number
    364883017394
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Questions about V38 GDC

Does V38 GDC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V38 GDC expired on 13 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V38 GDC?
The MOT on V38 GDC expired on 13 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V38 GDC done?
V38 GDC was recorded at 180,597 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2025, an average of 4,354 miles a year.
Has V38 GDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V38 GDC has failed 14 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on V38 GDC 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 V38 GDC find?
V38 GDC passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside windscreen wiper blade defective; oil leak, but not excessive; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ns + os sill / spring mounts.

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