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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

V685 FRJMOT history

V685 FRJ is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 10 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 62,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2023
Mileage
62,164 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V685 FRJ
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
10 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V685 FRJ was last recorded at 62,164 miles on 21 Sept 2022, 4,848 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,316 miles · 29 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
4,848 miles
Average per year
1,351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 62,164 miles
  • 2021 – 57,316 miles
  • 2020 – 57,255 miles
  • 2019 – 57,020 miles
  • 2018 – 56,594 miles
  • 2017 – 55,666 miles
  • 2016 – 54,735 miles
  • 2015 – 53,824 miles
  • 2014 – 52,503 miles
  • 2013 – 51,331 miles
  • 2012 – 50,236 miles
  • 2011 – 49,049 miles
  • 2010 – 47,673 miles
  • 2009 – 45,867 miles
  • 2008 – 44,381 miles
  • 2007 – 42,864 miles
  • 2006 – 40,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,164 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on Edges and Perished (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 Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,164 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    62,164 miles
    Test number
    677929345262
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on Edges and Perished (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail62,159 miles (+4,843)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,159 miles
    Test number
    980426687648
    • 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine Oil Low
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on Edges and Perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass57,316 miles (+61)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    57,316 miles
    Test number
    303996505198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass57,255 miles (+235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,255 miles
    Test number
    275639495101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass57,020 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,020 miles
    Test number
    822977569797
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail57,020 miles (+426)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,020 miles
    Test number
    492268081446
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass56,594 miles (+928)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    56,594 miles
    Test number
    601122094812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass55,666 miles (+931)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    55,666 miles
    Test number
    334447950867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass54,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,735 miles
    Test number
    464328664168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,733 miles (+909)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,733 miles
    Test number
    398133535859
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  11. Pass53,824 miles (+1,321)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    53,824 miles
    Test number
    935592299665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    52,503 miles
    Test number
    157091354201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,503 miles (+1,172)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,503 miles
    Test number
    717671654224
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass51,331 miles (+1,095)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,331 miles
    Test number
    889187143203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,236 miles (+1,187)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,236 miles
    Test number
    996900652202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,049 miles
    Test number
    509411451220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,049 miles (+1,376)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,049 miles
    Test number
    557831351220
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass47,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,673 miles
    Test number
    893416650288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail47,673 miles (+1,806)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,673 miles
    Test number
    171516850240
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass45,867 miles (+1,486)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    45,867 miles
    Test number
    960562459257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass44,381 miles (+1,517)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,381 miles
    Test number
    200421538221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    42,864 miles
    Test number
    753477457210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail42,864 miles (+2,668)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,864 miles
    Test number
    453285457216
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Fail40,196 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,196 miles
    Test number
    191901576124
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  25. Pass40,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    40,196 miles
    Test number
    394761876142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V685 FRJ

Does V685 FRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V685 FRJ expired on 28 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V685 FRJ?
The MOT on V685 FRJ expired on 28 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V685 FRJ done?
V685 FRJ was recorded at 62,164 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2022, an average of 1,351 miles a year.
Has V685 FRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V685 FRJ has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on V685 FRJ 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 V685 FRJ find?
V685 FRJ passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn on edges and perished.

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