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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X742 DKVMOT history

X742 DKV is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 10 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 97,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

X742 DKV blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,398 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X742 DKV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X742 DKV was last recorded at 97,398 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 220 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,178 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
220 miles
Average per year
1,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,398 miles
  • 2025 – 97,178 miles
  • 2024 – 96,809 miles
  • 2023 – 96,554 miles
  • 2022 – 95,311 miles
  • 2021 – 95,002 miles
  • 2020 – 94,599 miles
  • 2019 – 93,874 miles
  • 2018 – 93,437 miles
  • 2017 – 92,645 miles
  • 2016 – 89,879 miles
  • 2015 – 88,164 miles
  • 2014 – 86,616 miles
  • 2013 – 84,884 miles
  • 2012 – 83,028 miles
  • 2011 – 80,654 miles
  • 2010 – 77,938 miles
  • 2009 – 75,267 miles
  • 2008 – 71,954 miles
  • 2007 – 68,916 miles
  • 2006 – 65,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,398 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal vehicle entire underbody repaired and undersealed (inner and outer sills) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Outer sill covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Vehicle underbody light corrosion

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front/rear suspension components corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear foot brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,398 miles (+220)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,398 miles
    Test number
    598487811511
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front and rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal vehicle entire underbody repaired and undersealed (inner and outer sills) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass97,178 miles (+369)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    97,178 miles
    Test number
    975374127025
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle beam bushes perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front/rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner/outer sills/inner wheel arches corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal vehicle inner /outer sills repaired in various places (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass96,809 miles (+255)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    96,809 miles
    Test number
    188318860371
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rears (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear outer sills/inner wheel arches slight corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front/rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal vehicle outer/inner sills repaired and undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,554 miles (+1,243)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    96,554 miles
    Test number
    511782756561
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all metal brake pipes greased. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front/rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass95,311 miles (+309)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,311 miles
    Test number
    323975086621
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all front /rear suspension components corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal vehicle underbody repaired and undersealed. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass95,002 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    95,002 miles
    Test number
    362384986735
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear foot brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody light corrosion

  7. Fail95,001 miles (+402)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,001 miles
    Test number
    963295985394
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. rear foot brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers corroded
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody light corrosion

  8. Pass94,599 miles (+7)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,599 miles
    Test number
    513981361731
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear main feeds (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody light corrosion

  9. Fail94,592 miles (+718)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,592 miles
    Test number
    977403218302
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear main feeds (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear axle beam bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody light corrosion

  10. Pass93,874 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,874 miles
    Test number
    470136395639
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear trailing arm brackets corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes age related cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail93,870 miles (+433)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,870 miles
    Test number
    947805456718
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear trailing arm brackets corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear trailing arm bushes age related cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass93,437 miles (+792)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    93,437 miles
    Test number
    326646585551
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both trailing arm mounting brackets (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber casings corroded

  13. Pass92,645 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    92,645 miles
    Test number
    502347447503
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer joint (7.1.2)

  14. Fail92,642 miles (+2,763)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,642 miles
    Test number
    649424909641
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre has age related cracking but no ply exposed

  15. Pass89,879 miles (+1,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,879 miles
    Test number
    113738395514
    • AdvisoryAir conditioning condenser loose
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have age related cracking but no ply exposed
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass88,164 miles (+1,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    88,164 miles
    Test number
    153840068223
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have age related cracking but no ply exposed
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  17. Pass86,616 miles (+1,732)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,616 miles
    Test number
    516849154269
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  18. Fail84,884 miles3 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,884 miles
    Test number
    308699163461
    • Repaired at testFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass84,884 miles (+1,856)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    84,884 miles
    Test number
    876509563265
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass83,028 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    83,028 miles
    Test number
    828743562274
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail83,028 miles (+2,374)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,028 miles
    Test number
    855123162274
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass80,654 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    80,654 miles
    Test number
    356727271424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail80,652 miles (+2,714)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,652 miles
    Test number
    318556871446
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  24. Pass77,938 miles (+2,671)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    77,938 miles
    Test number
    391861950219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass75,267 miles (+3,313)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    75,267 miles
    Test number
    653395369292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass71,954 miles (+3,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    71,954 miles
    Test number
    374055448431
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass68,916 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    68,916 miles
    Test number
    944940667250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail68,909 miles (+3,755)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,909 miles
    Test number
    234496157298
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass65,154 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    65,154 miles
    Test number
    674015566211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear number plate starting to deteriorate

Questions about X742 DKV

Does X742 DKV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X742 DKV is valid until 10 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X742 DKV?
The MOT on X742 DKV is valid until 10 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X742 DKV done?
X742 DKV was recorded at 97,398 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 1,609 miles a year.
Has X742 DKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X742 DKV has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on X742 DKV 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 X742 DKV find?
X742 DKV passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle beam bushes, and 2 more.

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