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Vauxhall Astra

White · Diesel · 2000 · 1,686 cc

W685 YOCMOT history

W685 YOC is a white diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 20 Jul 2000. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 154,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

W685 YOC white Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
154,762 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W685 YOC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Jul 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W685 YOC was last recorded at 154,762 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,751 miles · 8 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,762 miles
  • 2025 – 154,024 miles
  • 2024 – 152,345 miles
  • 2023 – 150,625 miles
  • 2022 – 149,031 miles
  • 2021 – 147,315 miles
  • 2020 – 144,795 miles
  • 2019 – 142,059 miles
  • 2018 – 139,247 miles
  • 2017 – 136,956 miles
  • 2016 – 134,767 miles
  • 2015 – 132,640 miles
  • 2014 – 129,631 miles
  • 2013 – 127,039 miles
  • 2012 – 125,510 miles
  • 2011 – 121,787 miles
  • 2010 – 112,028 miles
  • 2009 – 103,446 miles
  • 2008 – 97,887 miles
  • 2007 – 91,628 miles
  • 2006 – 86,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,762 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryAll suspension corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryEml light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

36 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,762 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    154,762 miles
    Test number
    198393813740
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  2. Fail154,751 miles (+727)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,751 miles
    Test number
    202104464302
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Inner Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced inner sill holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  3. Pass154,024 miles (+1,679)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    154,024 miles
    Test number
    407014141640
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner sur face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,345 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    152,345 miles
    Test number
    452111473895
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail152,337 miles (+1,712)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,337 miles
    Test number
    534220645360
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  6. Pass150,625 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    150,625 miles
    Test number
    529350825272
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Fail150,613 miles (+1,582)5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,613 miles
    Test number
    864555117800
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass149,031 miles (+11)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    149,031 miles
    Test number
    874304356617
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body corroded

  9. Fail149,020 miles (+1,705)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,020 miles
    Test number
    523189768100
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear body corroded

  10. Pass147,315 miles (+2,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    147,315 miles
    Test number
    544528431837
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass144,795 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    144,795 miles
    Test number
    742155284938
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail144,787 miles (+2,728)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,787 miles
    Test number
    308534872505
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass142,059 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    142,059 miles
    Test number
    434495423345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail142,051 miles (+2,804)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,051 miles
    Test number
    748799273624
    • DangerousDIESEL LEAK
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  15. Pass139,247 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    139,247 miles
    Test number
    942916614358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail139,236 miles (+2,280)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,236 miles
    Test number
    454113618609
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  17. Pass136,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    136,956 miles
    Test number
    935332926435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail136,956 miles (+2,189)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,956 miles
    Test number
    456255239119
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  19. Pass134,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    134,767 miles
    Test number
    874508365510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail134,767 miles (+2,127)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,767 miles
    Test number
    850124339852
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass132,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    132,640 miles
    Test number
    356876245239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail132,635 miles (+3,004)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,635 miles
    Test number
    138126545225
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass129,631 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    129,631 miles
    Test number
    248330444273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail129,624 miles (+2,585)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,624 miles
    Test number
    589078234211
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  25. Pass127,039 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    127,039 miles
    Test number
    809199963154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail127,030 miles (+1,520)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,030 miles
    Test number
    227744163482
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass125,510 miles (+3,723)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    125,510 miles
    Test number
    507435762139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  28. Pass121,787 miles (+9,759)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    121,787 miles
    Test number
    755127361122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass112,028 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    112,028 miles
    Test number
    784373310145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail112,023 miles (+8,577)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,023 miles
    Test number
    752493110114
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  31. Fail103,446 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,446 miles
    Test number
    173143239199
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  32. Pass103,446 miles (+5,559)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    103,446 miles
    Test number
    290313339133
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  33. Pass97,887 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    97,887 miles
    Test number
    250589608120
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  34. Fail97,887 miles (+6,259)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,887 miles
    Test number
    260498208133
    • DangerousBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  35. Pass91,628 miles (+4,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    91,628 miles
    Test number
    164139257071
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  36. Pass86,946 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    86,946 miles
    Test number
    180150266496
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about W685 YOC

Does W685 YOC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W685 YOC is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on W685 YOC?
The MOT on W685 YOC is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W685 YOC done?
W685 YOC was recorded at 154,762 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 3,288 miles a year.
Has W685 YOC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W685 YOC has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on W685 YOC 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 W685 YOC find?
W685 YOC passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle bush, and 3 more.

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