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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,998 cc

Y231 KNUMOT history

Y231 KNU is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 24 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 150,331 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

Y231 KNU silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
150,331 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 KNU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y231 KNU was last recorded at 150,331 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 662 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,669 miles · 5 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
662 miles
Average per year
5,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,331 miles
  • 2024 – 149,669 miles
  • 2023 – 147,541 miles
  • 2022 – 145,884 miles
  • 2021 – 144,614 miles
  • 2020 – 144,121 miles
  • 2019 – 142,169 miles
  • 2018 – 134,501 miles
  • 2017 – 128,735 miles
  • 2016 – 123,374 miles
  • 2014 – 114,017 miles
  • 2013 – 91,710 miles
  • 2012 – 88,142 miles
  • 2011 – 82,252 miles
  • 2010 – 76,366 miles
  • 2009 – 69,172 miles
  • 2008 – 61,133 miles
  • 2007 – 52,599 miles
  • 2006 – 45,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,331 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside headlight mount brokenRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp nearside and offside (4.2.3 (c))

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.

  • Exhaust very rusty

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Fuel tank shield very rusty

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Outer sills covered

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Both inner sills rusting

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Brake disc back plates very rusty

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass150,331 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    150,331 miles
    Test number
    892003745532
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight mount broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp nearside and offside (4.2.3 (c))

  2. Fail150,331 miles (+662)1 dangerous1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,331 miles
    Test number
    316533849820
    • DangerousDriver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight mount broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp nearside and offside (4.2.3 (c))

  3. Pass149,669 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    149,669 miles
    Test number
    937602951530
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight mount broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail149,668 miles (+2,127)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,668 miles
    Test number
    603457038666
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight mount broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass147,541 miles (+1,657)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    147,541 miles
    Test number
    659112430711
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass145,884 miles (+1,270)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    145,884 miles
    Test number
    850573889388
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank shield very rusty
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered
    • AdvisoryRear Both inner sills rusting
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc back plates very rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass144,614 miles (+493)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    144,614 miles
    Test number
    292115589958
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank shield very rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe 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 (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered
    • AdvisoryRear Both inner sills rusting
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc back plates very rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass144,121 miles (+1,952)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2021
    Odometer
    144,121 miles
    Test number
    359929709568
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank shield very rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered
    • AdvisoryRear Both inner sills rusting
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc back plates very rusty
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass142,169 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    142,169 miles
    Test number
    235586210936
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank shield very rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered
    • AdvisoryRear Both inner sills rusting
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc back plates very rusty

  10. Fail142,169 miles (+7,668)1 dangerous8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,169 miles
    Test number
    521585284426
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank shield very rusty
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sills covered
    • AdvisoryRear Both inner sills rusting
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc back plates very rusty

  11. Pass134,501 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    134,501 miles
    Test number
    159748084400
    • AdvisoryAdvise; fuel tank heat shield corroded / both rear brake disc backing plate corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail134,501 miles (+5,766)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,501 miles
    Test number
    522411025097
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryAdvise; fuel tank heat shield corroded / both rear brake disc backing plate corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass128,735 miles (+5,361)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    128,735 miles
    Test number
    621067448763
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened INNER EDGES (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner edge contaminated by oil and in very poor condition
    • AdvisoryOil leak ENGINE BAD OIL LEAK OIL FILTER AREA
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass123,374 miles (+9,357)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    123,374 miles
    Test number
    523877135074
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy sports system fitted (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer doorsill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer doorsill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass114,017 miles (+3)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    114,017 miles
    Test number
    687146974190
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail114,014 miles (+22,304)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,014 miles
    Test number
    628904954173
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailurePassenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass91,710 miles (+3,568)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    91,710 miles
    Test number
    466340383058
    • NoteN/s/f brake pipe corroded

  18. Pass88,142 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    88,142 miles
    Test number
    156953882043
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail88,142 miles (+5,890)4 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,142 miles
    Test number
    658103282050
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass82,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    82,252 miles
    Test number
    108771991418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail82,252 miles (+5,886)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,252 miles
    Test number
    925611291002
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass76,366 miles (+7,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    76,366 miles
    Test number
    481231190085
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass69,172 miles (+8,039)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    69,172 miles
    Test number
    411832399064
    • NoteFront to rear and o/s/r brake pipes corroded

  24. Pass61,133 miles (+8,534)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    61,133 miles
    Test number
    532114298083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,599 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,599 miles
    Test number
    162905197475
    • NoteSame advises as test number 681215497098.

  26. Fail52,599 miles (+7,538)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,599 miles
    Test number
    681215497098
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteFront brake disc,s slightly worn.
    • NoteNearside rear brake disc rusty on inner face.
    • NoteRear brakes have slight increase decrease.

  27. Pass45,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    45,061 miles
    Test number
    161676596058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 KNU

Does Y231 KNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y231 KNU is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y231 KNU?
The MOT on Y231 KNU is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y231 KNU done?
Y231 KNU was recorded at 150,331 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 5,307 miles a year.
Has Y231 KNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 KNU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y231 KNU 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 KNU find?
Y231 KNU passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside windscreen wiper blade defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, inner; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner, and 9 more.

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