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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X452 DCBMOT history

X452 DCB is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 9 Nov 2000. Its MOT expired on 12 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 152,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Dec 2022.

X452 DCB silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Oct 2022
Mileage
152,966 mi
At MOT on 2 Dec 2022
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X452 DCB
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
9 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
2 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

X452 DCB was last recorded at 152,966 miles on 2 Dec 2022, 8,540 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,426 miles · 13 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
8,540 miles
Average per year
6,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 152,966 miles
  • 2021 – 144,426 miles
  • 2020 – 135,743 miles
  • 2019 – 129,736 miles
  • 2018 – 120,857 miles
  • 2017 – 110,877 miles
  • 2016 – 101,809 miles
  • 2015 – 88,780 miles
  • 2014 – 81,569 miles
  • 2013 – 78,716 miles
  • 2012 – 75,889 miles
  • 2011 – 72,094 miles
  • 2010 – 66,422 miles
  • 2009 – 62,765 miles
  • 2008 – 57,789 miles
  • 2007 – 53,155 miles
  • 2006 – 48,899 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail152,966 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached top of shock excesivly corroded (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake performance not tested due to excesively corroded brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))
  • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail152,966 miles (+8,540)1 dangerous21 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,966 miles
    Test number
    266779532382
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached top of shock excesivly corroded (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to excesively corroded brake pipes (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass144,426 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    144,426 miles
    Test number
    399852039620
    • 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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail144,417 miles (+8,674)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,417 miles
    Test number
    361718386995
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear pipes covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass135,743 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    135,743 miles
    Test number
    515801759502
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail135,742 miles (+6,006)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,742 miles
    Test number
    165494685295
    • MajorFront Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass129,736 miles (+88)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    129,736 miles
    Test number
    482660781798
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail129,648 miles (+8,791)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,648 miles
    Test number
    840831414388
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass120,857 miles (+9,980)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    120,857 miles
    Test number
    713743188798
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass110,877 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    110,877 miles
    Test number
    936486695619
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail110,871 miles (+9,062)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,871 miles
    Test number
    587142313354
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass101,809 miles (+13,029)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    101,809 miles
    Test number
    205195729158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,780 miles (+7,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    88,780 miles
    Test number
    498252904283
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass81,569 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    81,569 miles
    Test number
    428894204337
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront wipers split.

  14. Fail81,569 miles (+2,853)2 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,569 miles
    Test number
    686734004370
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront wipers split.

  15. Pass78,716 miles (+2,827)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    78,716 miles
    Test number
    106109413304
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass75,889 miles (+3,795)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    75,889 miles
    Test number
    846492312366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,094 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,094 miles
    Test number
    237803911365
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

  18. Pass72,094 miles (+5,672)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    72,094 miles
    Test number
    367663911336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,422 miles (+3,657)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    66,422 miles
    Test number
    411649580211
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT WIPER BLADES ARE SPLIT, CLEARING SCREEN OK AT TIME OF TEST

  20. Pass62,765 miles (+4,976)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    62,765 miles
    Test number
    860424809337
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass57,789 miles (+4,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    57,789 miles
    Test number
    581403218336
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  22. Pass53,155 miles (+4,256)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    53,155 miles
    Test number
    680706087248
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded on inside edges.

  23. Pass48,899 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    48,899 miles
    Test number
    362742096463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cut in sidewall no cords exposed

Questions about X452 DCB

Does X452 DCB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X452 DCB expired on 12 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X452 DCB?
The MOT on X452 DCB expired on 12 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X452 DCB done?
X452 DCB was recorded at 152,966 miles at its MOT on 2 Dec 2022, an average of 6,456 miles a year.
Has X452 DCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X452 DCB has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on X452 DCB 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 X452 DCB find?
X452 DCB failed its latest MOT on 2 Dec 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 21 major defects and 3 advisories: offside rear shock absorbers likely to become detached top of shock excesivly corroded; brake performance not tested due to excesively corroded brake pipes; emissions not tested, and 22 more.

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