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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X741 BLAMOT history

X741 BLA is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 1 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 114,958 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2022.

X741 BLA silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Oct 2023
Mileage
114,958 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X741 BLA
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
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X741 BLA was last recorded at 114,958 miles on 22 Sept 2022, 3,099 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
111,859 miles · 28 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
3,099 miles
Average per year
3,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 114,958 miles
  • 2021 – 111,859 miles
  • 2020 – 108,341 miles
  • 2019 – 105,647 miles
  • 2018 – 102,569 miles
  • 2017 – 99,158 miles
  • 2016 – 94,120 miles
  • 2015 – 90,112 miles
  • 2014 – 86,765 miles
  • 2013 – 83,365 miles
  • 2012 – 78,488 miles
  • 2011 – 71,636 miles
  • 2010 – 67,912 miles
  • 2009 – 64,689 miles
  • 2008 – 61,039 miles
  • 2007 – 57,213 miles
  • 2006 – 52,224 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,958 miles
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 6 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,958 miles (+3,099)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    114,958 miles
    Test number
    514043277922
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass111,859 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    111,859 miles
    Test number
    573068637845
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail111,850 miles (+3,509)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,850 miles
    Test number
    922314159570
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass108,341 miles (+2,694)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    108,341 miles
    Test number
    841311169413
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass105,647 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    105,647 miles
    Test number
    692692173531
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail105,647 miles (+3,078)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,647 miles
    Test number
    646357070752
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass102,569 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    102,569 miles
    Test number
    155021160074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail102,567 miles (+3,409)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,567 miles
    Test number
    747792764988
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut top mount has excessive movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass99,158 miles (+5,038)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    99,158 miles
    Test number
    797174730104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,120 miles (+4,008)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    94,120 miles
    Test number
    336911149995
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass90,112 miles (+3,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    90,112 miles
    Test number
    297445022995
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight lens fading.
    • AdvisorySlight free play in nearside front strut top mounting.

  12. Pass86,765 miles (+3,400)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,765 miles
    Test number
    317679164251
    • NoteBoth headlight lens fading.
    • NoteFuel filler hose perishing.
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating.

  13. Pass83,365 miles (+4,877)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    83,365 miles
    Test number
    189559063204
    • NoteBoth front brake pipes rusty.
    • NoteBoth front to rear and both rear brake pipes rusty.
    • NoteFuel filler neck cracking.
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer has surface rust.

  14. Pass78,488 miles (+6,852)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    78,488 miles
    Test number
    637606872238
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low on tread.
    • NoteFuel filler pipe cracking.
    • NoteRear and offside front brake pipes getting rusty.

  15. Pass71,636 miles (+3,724)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    71,636 miles
    Test number
    418824441239
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc corroded on inner side
    • NoteOffside front brake disc corroded on inner side

  16. Pass67,912 miles (+3,223)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    67,912 miles
    Test number
    301865640267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside front brake disc is in rusty condition.
    • NoteOffside front brake disc is in rusty condition.

  17. Pass64,689 miles (+3,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    64,689 miles
    Test number
    440367349299
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass61,039 miles (+3,826)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    61,039 miles
    Test number
    484358548296
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteFront brake disc's slightly corroded on inside edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre sidewall perishing

  19. Pass57,213 miles (+4,989)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    57,213 miles
    Test number
    334447347289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,224 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    52,224 miles
    Test number
    351049946232
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about X741 BLA

Does X741 BLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X741 BLA expired on 1 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X741 BLA?
The MOT on X741 BLA expired on 1 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X741 BLA done?
X741 BLA was recorded at 114,958 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2022, an average of 3,910 miles a year.
Has X741 BLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X741 BLA has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on X741 BLA 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 X741 BLA find?
X741 BLA passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2022 with 8 advisories: integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear wheel arches; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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