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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

Y20 AJRMOT history

Y20 AJR is a black diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 28 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 198,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

Y20 AJR black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
198,607 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y20 AJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y20 AJR was last recorded at 198,607 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Oct 2023: 187,081 miles, lower than 187,091 miles on 2 Oct 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
196,487 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,120 miles
Average per year
10,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,607 miles
  • 2025 – 196,487 miles
  • 2024 – 192,893 miles
  • 2023 – 187,081 miles
  • 2022 – 185,461 miles
  • 2021 – 179,529 miles
  • 2020 – 173,923 miles
  • 2019 – 170,058 miles
  • 2018 – 155,686 miles
  • 2017 – 143,913 miles
  • 2016 – 125,099 miles
  • 2015 – 104,235 miles
  • 2014 – 85,130 miles
  • 2013 – 71,094 miles
  • 2012 – 58,210 miles
  • 2011 – 39,873 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,607 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,607 miles (+2,120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    198,607 miles
    Test number
    231916513399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass196,487 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    196,487 miles
    Test number
    548822481857
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
  3. Fail196,467 miles (+3,574)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,467 miles
    Test number
    273061205152
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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. Pass192,893 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    192,893 miles
    Test number
    151763667813
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  5. Fail192,893 miles (+5,812)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,893 miles
    Test number
    575222565047
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  6. Pass187,081 miles (-10)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    187,081 miles
    Test number
    652397463104
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail187,091 miles (+1,630)2 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,091 miles
    Test number
    614233287884
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass185,461 miles (+5,932)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    185,461 miles
    Test number
    666910803348
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass179,529 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    179,529 miles
    Test number
    717934860951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail179,529 miles (+5,606)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,529 miles
    Test number
    527302905537
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass173,923 miles (+3,865)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    173,923 miles
    Test number
    698148436881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass170,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    170,058 miles
    Test number
    437757971570
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  13. Fail170,058 miles (+14,372)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,058 miles
    Test number
    807590413443
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  14. Pass155,686 miles (+11,773)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    155,686 miles
    Test number
    473607168163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  15. Pass143,913 miles (+18,814)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    143,913 miles
    Test number
    991634853884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass125,099 miles (+20,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    125,099 miles
    Test number
    907964031520
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass104,235 miles (+19,105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,235 miles
    Test number
    486283245172
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriating
  18. Pass85,130 miles (+14,036)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    85,130 miles
    Test number
    835513274220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,094 miles (+12,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,094 miles
    Test number
    526824983265
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
  20. Pass58,210 miles (+18,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    58,210 miles
    Test number
    869084982259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  21. Fail39,873 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,873 miles
    Test number
    618373921383
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront tyres wear
    • NoteRear discs wear/corrosion
  22. Pass39,873 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    39,873 miles
    Test number
    837123321381
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront tyres wear
    • NoteRear discs wear/corrosion

Questions about Y20 AJR

Does Y20 AJR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y20 AJR is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y20 AJR?
The MOT on Y20 AJR is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y20 AJR done?
Y20 AJR was recorded at 198,607 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 10,693 miles a year.
Has Y20 AJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y20 AJR has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y20 AJR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Oct 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y20 AJR find?
Y20 AJR passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; oil leak, but not excessive.

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