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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,998 cc

V40 PELMOT history

V40 PEL is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 15 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 63,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

V40 PEL blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
63,908 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V40 PEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V40 PEL was last recorded at 63,908 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 2,516 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
61,392 miles · 12 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,516 miles
Average per year
3,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,908 miles
  • 2025 – 61,392 miles
  • 2024 – 60,260 miles
  • 2023 – 59,513 miles
  • 2022 – 57,419 miles
  • 2021 – 54,174 miles
  • 2020 – 52,246 miles
  • 2019 – 51,386 miles
  • 2018 – 44,502 miles
  • 2017 – 41,687 miles
  • 2016 – 39,273 miles
  • 2014 – 33,450 miles
  • 2013 – 19,698 miles
  • 2012 – 10,459 miles
  • 2011 – 5,784 miles
  • 2009 – 3,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,908 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 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.

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Exhaust in poor condition and bracket broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,908 miles (+2,516)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    63,908 miles
    Test number
    486653874126
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass61,392 miles (+1,132)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    61,392 miles
    Test number
    785426473392
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass60,260 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    60,260 miles
    Test number
    886266298340
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail60,246 miles (+733)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,246 miles
    Test number
    959244158302
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass59,513 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    59,513 miles
    Test number
    647808703470
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail59,450 miles (+2,031)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,450 miles
    Test number
    493676401592
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass57,419 miles (+3,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    57,419 miles
    Test number
    676067690285
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass54,174 miles (+1,928)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    54,174 miles
    Test number
    884126529780
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))

  9. Pass52,246 miles (+860)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    52,246 miles
    Test number
    204129890382
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass51,386 miles (+3,505)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    51,386 miles
    Test number
    595934415825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,881 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    47,881 miles
    Test number
    989192520573
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split at edges (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear crack to inner rim with previous repair
    • AdvisoryOffside poor beam image headlight

  12. Fail47,881 miles (+3,379)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,881 miles
    Test number
    634029894441
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective split at edges (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear crack to inner rim with previous repair
    • AdvisoryOffside poor beam image headlight

  13. Pass44,502 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    44,502 miles
    Test number
    568569296758
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable/caliper not fully releasing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable/caliper not fully releasing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail44,502 miles (+2,815)1 dangerous3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,502 miles
    Test number
    845942813624
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable/caliper not fully releasing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable/caliper not fully releasing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass41,687 miles (+2,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    41,687 miles
    Test number
    705363092889
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust in poor condition and bracket broken

  16. Pass39,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    39,273 miles
    Test number
    281670966003
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage to tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust in poor condition and bracket broken

  17. Fail39,273 miles (+5,823)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,273 miles
    Test number
    157236256599
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Damage to tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust in poor condition and bracket broken

  18. Pass33,450 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    33,450 miles
    Test number
    887212954338
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  19. Fail33,450 miles (+2,206)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,450 miles
    Test number
    758332054391
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  20. Pass31,244 miles (+11,546)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    31,244 miles
    Test number
    249644154229
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear tyre wall
    • NoteUnable to test nearside rear seat belt due to child seat fitted

  21. Pass19,698 miles (+9,239)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    19,698 miles
    Test number
    118527143244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,459 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    10,459 miles
    Test number
    705638842252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail10,457 miles (+4,673)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,457 miles
    Test number
    357263042206
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass5,784 miles (+2,298)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    5,784 miles
    Test number
    946061631248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass3,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    3,486 miles
    Test number
    932808549211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V40 PEL

Does V40 PEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V40 PEL is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V40 PEL?
The MOT on V40 PEL is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V40 PEL done?
V40 PEL was recorded at 63,908 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 3,642 miles a year.
Has V40 PEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V40 PEL has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on V40 PEL 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 V40 PEL find?
V40 PEL passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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