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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

V681 GBDMOT history

V681 GBD is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 14 Feb 2000. Its MOT expired on 20 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 149,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2023.

V681 GBD silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 Feb 2023
Mileage
149,316 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V681 GBD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
14 Feb 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V681 GBD was last recorded at 149,316 miles on 1 Mar 2023, 12,579 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Feb 2012: 12,010 miles, lower than 120,101 miles on 9 Feb 2012.

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
136,737 miles · 2 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
12,579 miles
Average per year
3,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 149,316 miles
  • 2022 – 136,737 miles
  • 2021 – 133,863 miles
  • 2020 – 132,744 miles
  • 2019 – 131,285 miles
  • 2018 – 129,882 miles
  • 2017 – 128,565 miles
  • 2016 – 127,456 miles
  • 2015 – 125,356 miles
  • 2014 – 123,579 miles
  • 2013 – 121,805 miles
  • 2012 – 12,010 miles
  • 2011 – 119,104 miles
  • 2010 – 113,532 miles
  • 2009 – 107,241 miles
  • 2008 – 100,875 miles
  • 2007 – 94,843 miles
  • 2006 – 89,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,316 miles
  • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,316 miles (+12,579)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,316 miles
    Test number
    479377438080
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass136,737 miles (+2,874)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    136,737 miles
    Test number
    489895760987

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass133,863 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    133,863 miles
    Test number
    665708354190
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Fail133,863 miles (+1,119)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,863 miles
    Test number
    985758594279
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass132,744 miles (+1,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    132,744 miles
    Test number
    572823459520
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass131,285 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    131,285 miles
    Test number
    436395437596

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail131,285 miles (+1,403)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,285 miles
    Test number
    998862736015
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass129,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    129,882 miles
    Test number
    302761187951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail129,882 miles (+1,317)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,882 miles
    Test number
    428504176070
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Pass128,565 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    128,565 miles
    Test number
    519598253786
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.2.C.1c)

  11. Fail128,565 miles (+1,109)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,565 miles
    Test number
    622893642983
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.2.C.1c)

  12. Pass127,456 miles (+2,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    127,456 miles
    Test number
    537521904266
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt b oth sides (2.2.C.1c)

  13. Pass125,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    125,356 miles
    Test number
    365299645032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail125,356 miles (+1,777)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,356 miles
    Test number
    525499745019
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass123,579 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    123,579 miles
    Test number
    425721654006
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail123,579 miles (+1,774)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,579 miles
    Test number
    517851754076
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryTrack rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass121,805 miles (+109,795)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    121,805 miles
    Test number
    128287233439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass12,010 miles (-108,091)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    12,010 miles
    Test number
    416531742089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail120,101 miles (+997)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,101 miles
    Test number
    646770642064
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass119,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    119,104 miles
    Test number
    475395941003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail119,104 miles (+5,572)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,104 miles
    Test number
    916655841029
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass113,532 miles (+6,291)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    113,532 miles
    Test number
    662852420083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass107,241 miles (+6,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    107,241 miles
    Test number
    851043829011
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass100,875 miles (+6,032)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    100,875 miles
    Test number
    422241538047
    • NoteBoth front wipers split
    • NoteExhaust clamp missing

  25. Pass94,843 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    94,843 miles
    Test number
    404212357004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail94,843 miles (+5,154)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,843 miles
    Test number
    961692057034
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Fail89,689 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,689 miles
    Test number
    462500356186
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  28. Pass89,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    89,689 miles
    Test number
    692880956102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V681 GBD

Does V681 GBD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V681 GBD expired on 20 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V681 GBD?
The MOT on V681 GBD expired on 20 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V681 GBD done?
V681 GBD was recorded at 149,316 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2023, an average of 3,559 miles a year.
Has V681 GBD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V681 GBD has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on V681 GBD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Feb 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V681 GBD find?
V681 GBD failed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2023 with 6 major defects and 7 advisories: brake lever has insufficient reserve travel; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 10 more.

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