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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,995 cc

Y229 ADHMOT history

Y229 ADH is a blue diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 6 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 28 May 2025 and it has passed 17 of 31 MOT tests, with 124,427 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2024.

Y229 ADH blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 May 2025
Mileage
124,427 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2024
MOT tests
31
17 passed · 14 failed
Per year
1,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y229 ADH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 May 2025
Latest MOT test
29 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y229 ADH was last recorded at 124,427 miles on 29 May 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Sept 2015: 104,470 miles, lower than 104,471 miles on 2 Apr 2013.

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
124,427 miles · 19 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 124,427 miles
  • 2023 – 123,900 miles
  • 2022 – 123,809 miles
  • 2020 – 123,676 miles
  • 2019 – 123,624 miles
  • 2018 – 122,638 miles
  • 2017 – 115,785 miles
  • 2016 – 113,082 miles
  • 2015 – 104,476 miles
  • 2013 – 104,471 miles
  • 2012 – 102,966 miles
  • 2011 – 101,183 miles
  • 2010 – 99,448 miles
  • 2009 – 97,358 miles
  • 2008 – 95,601 miles
  • 2007 – 93,973 miles
  • 2006 – 92,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,427 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer skin corroded

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear silencer deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 3 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,427 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    124,427 miles
    Test number
    168096115348
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • 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 on shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear box outer skin corroded

  2. Fail124,427 miles (+527)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,427 miles
    Test number
    781198620956
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated

  3. Pass123,900 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    123,900 miles
    Test number
    991527047303
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail123,900 miles (+91)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,900 miles
    Test number
    543056485879
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass123,809 miles (+133)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    123,809 miles
    Test number
    112747584939
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  6. Pass123,676 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,676 miles
    Test number
    866131148590
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  7. Fail123,676 miles (+52)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,676 miles
    Test number
    181729738019
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deteriorated

  8. Pass123,624 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    123,624 miles
    Test number
    682960431221
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deterorated

  9. Fail123,624 miles (+986)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,624 miles
    Test number
    340624562376
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear silencer deterorated

  10. Pass122,638 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    122,638 miles
    Test number
    428128736580
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also obscured by under trays (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail122,638 miles (+6,853)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,638 miles
    Test number
    242608114336
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also obscured by under trays (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass115,785 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    115,785 miles
    Test number
    132620391151
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also obscured by lower engine tray (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  13. Fail115,783 miles (+2,701)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,783 miles
    Test number
    329445963290
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened also obscured by lower engine tray (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  14. Pass113,082 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    113,082 miles
    Test number
    138570382878
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slight cracking
    • AdvisoryFront subframe rusting unable to detemine extent as undertray fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  15. Fail113,081 miles (+8,605)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,081 miles
    Test number
    533246483723
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion detected on front sub-frame but unable to determine to what extent as covers are fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  16. Pass104,476 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    104,476 miles
    Test number
    162209003272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail104,470 miles (-1)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,470 miles
    Test number
    287409420440
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass104,471 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    104,471 miles
    Test number
    566642793088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth offside tyres slightly cut
    • NoteExhaust backbox slightly deteriorated

  19. Fail104,469 miles (+1,503)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,469 miles
    Test number
    148246883400
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth offside tyres slightly cut
    • NoteExhaust backbox slightly deteriorated

  20. Pass102,966 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    102,966 miles
    Test number
    187223392098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail102,966 miles (+1,783)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,966 miles
    Test number
    266413992088
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass101,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    101,183 miles
    Test number
    735626591026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail101,183 miles (+1,735)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,183 miles
    Test number
    788954791042
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteExhaust back box first skin corrioded. offside headlight adjuster broke off.

  24. Pass99,448 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    99,448 miles
    Test number
    161650890064
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  25. Fail99,448 miles (+2,090)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,448 miles
    Test number
    604970890029
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)

  26. Pass97,358 miles (+1,757)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    97,358 miles
    Test number
    713832699042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass95,601 miles (+1,628)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    95,601 miles
    Test number
    363833098063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass93,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    93,973 miles
    Test number
    103423197066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail93,973 miles (+1,835)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,973 miles
    Test number
    142593097479
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  30. Pass92,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    92,138 miles
    Test number
    640663496053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail92,138 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,138 miles
    Test number
    160853196096
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Questions about Y229 ADH

Does Y229 ADH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y229 ADH expired on 28 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y229 ADH?
The MOT on Y229 ADH expired on 28 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y229 ADH done?
Y229 ADH was recorded at 124,427 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2024, an average of 1,779 miles a year.
Has Y229 ADH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y229 ADH has failed 14 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on Y229 ADH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y229 ADH find?
Y229 ADH passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2024 with 11 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 8 more.

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