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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

VAV 7MOT history

VAV 7 is a black diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 7 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 87,890 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

VAV 7 black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
87,890 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,466 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VAV 7
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
7 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VAV 7 was last recorded at 87,890 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 8,230 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
79,660 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
8,230 miles
Average per year
7,466 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,890 miles
  • 2025 – 79,660 miles
  • 2024 – 73,408 miles
  • 2023 – 66,633 miles
  • 2022 – 57,856 miles
  • 2021 – 48,955 miles
  • 2020 – 43,546 miles
  • 2019 – 36,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,890 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes swelling under coating, suspect corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight play at lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight play at lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 16 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,890 miles (+8,230)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    87,890 miles
    Test number
    359065891174
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes swelling under coating, suspect corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight play at lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush slight play at lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Pass79,660 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    79,660 miles
    Test number
    160443395830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swelling under coating, suspect corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Fail79,660 miles (+6,252)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,660 miles
    Test number
    193239869747
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material swelling under coating, suspect corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Pass73,408 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    73,408 miles
    Test number
    558360142691
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll bar link dry/noisy in operation

  5. Fail73,406 miles (+6,773)1 major1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,406 miles
    Test number
    154159289419
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryT.P.M.S light on
    • AdvisoryNearside front anti roll bar link dry/noisy in operation

  6. Pass66,633 miles (+8,777)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    66,633 miles
    Test number
    128978429482
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass57,856 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    57,856 miles
    Test number
    599488419885
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail57,854 miles (+8,899)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,854 miles
    Test number
    162905392410
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass48,955 miles (+5,409)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    48,955 miles
    Test number
    438080790009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass43,546 miles (+7,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    43,546 miles
    Test number
    845493967524
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear tyres cracked on outer treads

  11. Pass36,115 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    36,115 miles
    Test number
    672125800809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about VAV 7

What vehicle is registration VAV 7 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VAV 7 on a black diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 7 Sept 2016. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VAV 7 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VAV 7 is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on VAV 7?
The MOT on VAV 7 is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VAV 7 done?
VAV 7 was recorded at 87,890 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 7,466 miles a year.
Has VAV 7 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VAV 7 has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on VAV 7 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 VAV 7 find?
VAV 7 passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: offside rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various brake pipes swelling under coating, suspect corrosion; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 4 more.

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