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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y242 VBFMOT history

Y242 VBF is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 14 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 70,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2023.

Y242 VBF blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 May 2024
Mileage
70,056 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2023
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,288 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 VBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 May 2024
Latest MOT test
15 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 VBF was last recorded at 70,056 miles on 15 May 2023, 2,722 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,334 miles · 7 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
2,722 miles
Average per year
2,288 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 70,056 miles
  • 2022 – 67,334 miles
  • 2021 – 67,136 miles
  • 2020 – 66,732 miles
  • 2019 – 65,407 miles
  • 2018 – 64,249 miles
  • 2017 – 63,007 miles
  • 2016 – 61,775 miles
  • 2015 – 60,971 miles
  • 2014 – 58,068 miles
  • 2013 – 53,923 miles
  • 2012 – 50,756 miles
  • 2011 – 47,753 miles
  • 2010 – 44,689 miles
  • 2009 – 41,333 miles
  • 2008 – 37,905 miles
  • 2007 – 34,141 miles
  • 2006 – 30,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,056 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,056 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    70,056 miles
    Test number
    544879934544
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail70,056 miles (+2,722)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,056 miles
    Test number
    860085040449
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass67,334 miles (+198)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    67,334 miles
    Test number
    605666997389
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust down pipe flexi as very slight leak.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated but beam pattern still defined.

  4. Pass67,136 miles (+404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    67,136 miles
    Test number
    227415525139
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from exhaust down pipe flex.

  5. Pass66,732 miles (+1,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    66,732 miles
    Test number
    847435001060
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass65,407 miles (+1,158)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    65,407 miles
    Test number
    937869957195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass64,249 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    64,249 miles
    Test number
    501795053876
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps starting deteriorate but light output not reduced.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wiper split.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  8. Fail64,249 miles (+1,242)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,249 miles
    Test number
    953038033570
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps starting deteriorate but light output not reduced.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wiper split.
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Pass63,007 miles (+1,232)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,007 miles
    Test number
    588099929173
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust system corroded

  10. Pass61,775 miles (+804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,775 miles
    Test number
    670319292003
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box and flange corroded.
    • AdvisorySteering drum sticks have slight play

  11. Pass60,971 miles (+2,903)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,971 miles
    Test number
    118099475477
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded.

  12. Fail58,068 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,068 miles
    Test number
    776444284086
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing
    • NoteRear and centre exhaust in poor condition.

  13. Pass58,068 miles (+4,145)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    58,068 miles
    Test number
    929284484006
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing
    • NoteRear and centre exhaust in poor condition.

  14. Pass53,923 miles (+3,167)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    53,923 miles
    Test number
    957702573018
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs worn.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass50,756 miles (+3,003)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    50,756 miles
    Test number
    186230582030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePower steering pump running all the time.

  16. Pass47,753 miles (+3,064)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,753 miles
    Test number
    707512481041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,689 miles (+3,356)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    44,689 miles
    Test number
    381696270019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f side light is slightly dull

  18. Pass41,333 miles (+3,428)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,333 miles
    Test number
    810413979035
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre is slightly damaged on outer side wall
    • NoteSlight play to o/s/f steering arm inner joint

  19. Pass37,905 miles (+3,764)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    37,905 miles
    Test number
    780587468074
    • NoteSlight play to o/s steering arm

  20. Pass34,141 miles (+3,396)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,141 miles
    Test number
    984071477054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,745 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    30,745 miles
    Test number
    861448166059
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y242 VBF

Does Y242 VBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 VBF expired on 14 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 VBF?
The MOT on Y242 VBF expired on 14 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 VBF done?
Y242 VBF was recorded at 70,056 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2023, an average of 2,288 miles a year.
Has Y242 VBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 VBF has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y242 VBF 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 Y242 VBF find?
Y242 VBF passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2023 with 1 advisory: offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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