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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

V43 FYBMOT history

V43 FYB is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 121,665 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2023
Mileage
121,665 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,112 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V43 FYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V43 FYB was last recorded at 121,665 miles on 9 Sept 2022, 2,705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,960 miles · 6 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
2,705 miles
Average per year
4,112 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 121,665 miles
  • 2021 – 118,960 miles
  • 2020 – 118,135 miles
  • 2019 – 117,007 miles
  • 2018 – 116,268 miles
  • 2017 – 115,882 miles
  • 2016 – 115,083 miles
  • 2015 – 114,535 miles
  • 2014 – 113,894 miles
  • 2013 – 112,935 miles
  • 2012 – 107,385 miles
  • 2011 – 98,309 miles
  • 2010 – 89,721 miles
  • 2009 – 80,659 miles
  • 2008 – 71,703 miles
  • 2007 – 63,314 miles
  • 2006 – 54,654 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,665 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,665 miles (+2,705)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    121,665 miles
    Test number
    106338413232
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass118,960 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    118,960 miles
    Test number
    131079602720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail118,959 miles (+824)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,959 miles
    Test number
    609914011591
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass118,135 miles (+1,128)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    118,135 miles
    Test number
    126248323874
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass117,007 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,007 miles
    Test number
    379475022308
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail117,005 miles (+737)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,005 miles
    Test number
    829381572915
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass116,268 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    116,268 miles
    Test number
    673491576862
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail116,240 miles (+358)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,240 miles
    Test number
    746770146653
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass115,882 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    115,882 miles
    Test number
    348968682992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail115,876 miles (+793)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,876 miles
    Test number
    492203762803
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass115,083 miles (+548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    115,083 miles
    Test number
    900820698404
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass114,535 miles (+641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    114,535 miles
    Test number
    958219745189
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass113,894 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    113,894 miles
    Test number
    699848544160
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteFront lower gearbox mount rubber worn
    • NoteSlight blow from exhaust centre pipe

  14. Fail113,894 miles (+959)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,894 miles
    Test number
    969068644198
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteFront lower gearbox mount rubber worn
    • NoteSlight blow from exhaust centre pipe

  15. Pass112,935 miles (+5,550)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    112,935 miles
    Test number
    349631043180
    • NoteFront & rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • NoteFront number plate slightly discoloured

  16. Pass107,385 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    107,385 miles
    Test number
    237235942403
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail107,385 miles (+9,076)4 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,385 miles
    Test number
    705465142103
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCentre exhaust clamp broken

  18. Pass98,309 miles (+8,588)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    98,309 miles
    Test number
    199641031118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNo. plate bulb dim

  19. Pass89,721 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    89,721 miles
    Test number
    552816240171
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail89,721 miles (+9,062)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,721 miles
    Test number
    121664440150
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass80,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2010
    Odometer
    80,659 miles
    Test number
    590870949113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail80,659 miles (+8,956)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,659 miles
    Test number
    611560849158
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  23. Pass71,703 miles (+8,389)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2009
    Odometer
    71,703 miles
    Test number
    230382048152
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass63,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2008
    Odometer
    63,314 miles
    Test number
    261714147403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail63,309 miles (+8,655)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,309 miles
    Test number
    361664647115
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass54,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2007
    Odometer
    54,654 miles
    Test number
    630344846138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail54,654 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,654 miles
    Test number
    754484046170
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about V43 FYB

Does V43 FYB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V43 FYB expired on 8 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V43 FYB?
The MOT on V43 FYB expired on 8 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V43 FYB done?
V43 FYB was recorded at 121,665 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2022, an average of 4,112 miles a year.
Has V43 FYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V43 FYB has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on V43 FYB 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 V43 FYB find?
V43 FYB passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2022 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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