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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

V40 EAWMOT history

V40 EAW is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 8 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 130,941 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Feb 2026.

V40 EAW silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
130,941 mi
At MOT on 26 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 EAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 EAW was last recorded at 130,941 miles on 26 Feb 2026, 5,046 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Mar 2025: 125,895 miles, lower than 125,898 miles on 20 Feb 2025.

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
125,895 miles · 2 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,046 miles
Average per year
6,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,941 miles
  • 2025 – 125,895 miles
  • 2024 – 117,333 miles
  • 2023 – 110,107 miles
  • 2022 – 102,734 miles
  • 2021 – 97,844 miles
  • 2020 – 94,458 miles
  • 2019 – 89,988 miles
  • 2018 – 82,483 miles
  • 2017 – 75,006 miles
  • 2016 – 68,694 miles
  • 2015 – 62,889 miles
  • 2014 – 54,830 miles
  • 2013 – 45,094 miles
  • 2012 – 37,700 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,941 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and got under seal (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,941 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    130,941 miles
    Test number
    152531015632
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and got under seal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail130,941 miles (+5,046)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,941 miles
    Test number
    413498312476
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and got under seal (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass125,895 miles (-3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    125,895 miles
    Test number
    118563925293
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal Nearside & Offside. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail125,898 miles (+8,565)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,898 miles
    Test number
    556034036095
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength centre mounting behind shock absorber (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired centre mounting not a continuous weld (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass117,333 miles (+34)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    117,333 miles
    Test number
    582709120132
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail117,299 miles (+7,192)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,299 miles
    Test number
    463868014536
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass110,107 miles (+7,373)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    110,107 miles
    Test number
    379260860807
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass102,734 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    102,734 miles
    Test number
    129330832223
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail102,726 miles (+4,882)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,726 miles
    Test number
    583795540279
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass97,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,844 miles
    Test number
    507078045109
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Fail97,837 miles (+3,379)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,837 miles
    Test number
    458878087713
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached drop link (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn trailing arm bushes both sides (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Pass94,458 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,458 miles
    Test number
    300317120520
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Fail94,457 miles (+4,469)3 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,457 miles
    Test number
    704890154242
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside & nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass89,988 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,988 miles
    Test number
    237236396573
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer side wall damaged 225/40/18
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread & sidewalls 225/40/18
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  15. Fail89,987 miles (+7,504)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,987 miles
    Test number
    537547496518
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer side wall damaged 225/40/18
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracking in tread & sidewalls 225/40/18
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s & n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin o/s & n/s (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  16. Pass82,483 miles (+7,477)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    82,483 miles
    Test number
    408434696598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass75,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,006 miles
    Test number
    481025794590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail75,006 miles (+6,312)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,006 miles
    Test number
    533684886900
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass68,694 miles (+5,805)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,694 miles
    Test number
    850095038978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,889 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    62,889 miles
    Test number
    809277255014
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail62,884 miles (+8,054)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,884 miles
    Test number
    436607455000
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNial in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front brake retaining spring missing

  22. Pass54,830 miles (+9,736)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    54,830 miles
    Test number
    197705554452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    45,094 miles
    Test number
    185388333413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,094 miles (+7,394)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,094 miles
    Test number
    296688033058
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass37,700 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    37,700 miles
    Test number
    805233732065
    • NoteDAMAGE TO OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SIDE WALL NOT TO CORDS

Questions about V40 EAW

Does V40 EAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 EAW is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 EAW?
The MOT on V40 EAW is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 EAW done?
V40 EAW was recorded at 130,941 miles at its MOT on 26 Feb 2026, an average of 6,628 miles a year.
Has V40 EAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 EAW has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on V40 EAW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Mar 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V40 EAW find?
V40 EAW passed its latest MOT on 26 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and got under seal.

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