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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y231 KAFMOT history

Y231 KAF is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2024 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 117,651 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2023.

Y231 KAF green Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2024
Mileage
117,651 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2022
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,099 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 KAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 KAF was last recorded at 117,651 miles on 13 Jul 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,649 miles · 12 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,099 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 117,651 miles
  • 2021 – 111,807 miles
  • 2018 – 88,434 miles
  • 2017 – 80,619 miles
  • 2016 – 76,181 miles
  • 2015 – 75,800 miles
  • 2014 – 73,320 miles
  • 2013 – 69,229 miles
  • 2012 – 65,970 miles
  • 2011 – 62,292 miles
  • 2010 – 58,198 miles
  • 2009 – 53,263 miles
  • 2008 – 48,489 miles
  • 2007 – 42,123 miles
  • 2006 – 36,106 miles
  • 2005 – 30,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded.
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose retaining clip missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear retaining clip excessively corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    196525821265
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake back plate corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose retaining clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear retaining clip excessively corroded

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous2 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    239741054450
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose retaining clip missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear retaining clip excessively corroded

  3. Pass117,651 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    117,651 miles
    Test number
    421414350301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail117,649 miles (+5,842)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,649 miles
    Test number
    856507653812
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component insecure bumper trim (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass111,807 miles4 minor15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    111,807 miles
    Test number
    389091179016
    • MinorNearside Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe tower mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch @ shock location (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe tower mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner arch @ shock location (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ silencer x2 (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. PassMileage not read1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    758249826915
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious parts of vehicle under sealed/ wax-oiled

  7. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    176990665757
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mounting plate (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe tower (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ join (6.1.2 (a))

  8. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    415966666184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. FailMileage not read2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    654566495664
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass88,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    88,434 miles
    Test number
    951895137619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail88,434 miles (+7,815)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,434 miles
    Test number
    373597344555
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt adjustment fitting badly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass80,619 miles (+4,438)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,619 miles
    Test number
    195985266980
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear's (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear exhaust section

  13. Pass76,181 miles (+381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,181 miles
    Test number
    902489788205
    • 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)

  14. Fail75,800 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,800 miles
    Test number
    328738665187
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass75,800 miles (+2,480)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,800 miles
    Test number
    439658165179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,320 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    73,320 miles
    Test number
    696790274181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail73,320 miles (+4,091)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,320 miles
    Test number
    765049864140
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass69,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    69,229 miles
    Test number
    408418853122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail69,229 miles (+3,259)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,229 miles
    Test number
    178168153114
    • FailureExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.D.1)
    • 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)

  20. Pass65,970 miles (+3,678)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,970 miles
    Test number
    165460272126
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass62,292 miles (+4,094)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    62,292 miles
    Test number
    278338061495
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass58,198 miles (+4,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,198 miles
    Test number
    490504870124
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass53,263 miles (+4,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,263 miles
    Test number
    630961369137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass48,489 miles (+6,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    48,489 miles
    Test number
    284038678149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass42,123 miles (+6,017)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    42,123 miles
    Test number
    294369477164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass36,106 miles (+5,351)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    36,106 miles
    Test number
    521982176128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    30,755 miles
    Test number
    242178775423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 KAF

Does Y231 KAF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y231 KAF expired on 17 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y231 KAF?
The MOT on Y231 KAF expired on 17 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y231 KAF done?
Y231 KAF was recorded at 117,651 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2022, an average of 5,099 miles a year.
Has Y231 KAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 KAF has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y231 KAF 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 Y231 KAF find?
Y231 KAF passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2023 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mount, and 10 more.

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