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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y256 HHJMOT history

Y256 HHJ is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 16 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 54,395 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

Y256 HHJ silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Apr 2027
Mileage
54,395 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 HHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 HHJ was last recorded at 54,395 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,507 miles · 4 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
888 miles
Average per year
1,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,395 miles
  • 2022 – 53,507 miles
  • 2020 – 51,943 miles
  • 2019 – 46,612 miles
  • 2018 – 43,641 miles
  • 2017 – 40,896 miles
  • 2016 – 37,656 miles
  • 2015 – 37,111 miles
  • 2014 – 36,426 miles
  • 2013 – 35,548 miles
  • 2012 – 34,837 miles
  • 2011 – 33,669 miles
  • 2010 – 32,406 miles
  • 2009 – 31,125 miles
  • 2008 – 29,210 miles
  • 2007 – 26,385 miles
  • 2006 – 23,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,395 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,395 miles (+888)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    54,395 miles
    Test number
    421443541660

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass53,507 miles (+1,564)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    53,507 miles
    Test number
    884071776022
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass51,943 miles (+5,331)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    51,943 miles
    Test number
    591869170338
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass46,612 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,612 miles
    Test number
    375625073422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail46,612 miles (+2,971)5 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,612 miles
    Test number
    947795179059
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases center joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass43,641 miles (+2,745)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    43,641 miles
    Test number
    434552946561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,896 miles (+3,240)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,896 miles
    Test number
    959944502133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,656 miles (+545)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    37,656 miles
    Test number
    909163448206
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded underbody (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass37,111 miles (+685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,111 miles
    Test number
    355158645068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass36,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    36,426 miles
    Test number
    608232944017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail36,426 miles (+878)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,426 miles
    Test number
    896292544087
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass35,548 miles (+711)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,548 miles
    Test number
    878032743013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,837 miles
    Test number
    699546842043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail34,837 miles (+1,168)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,837 miles
    Test number
    276966942050
    • 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass33,669 miles (+1,263)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,669 miles
    Test number
    256858941000
    • NoteBoth rear tyres sidewalls cracked but not exposing cord/ply
    • NoteOffside front sidewall featherd

  16. Pass32,406 miles (+1,281)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    32,406 miles
    Test number
    101370150099
    • NoteBoth rear tyres outer sidewall cracked but not exposing cord/ply

  17. Pass31,125 miles (+1,915)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    31,125 miles
    Test number
    171034969002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,210 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,210 miles
    Test number
    683108658054
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

  19. Pass29,210 miles (+2,825)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    29,210 miles
    Test number
    792158558035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,385 miles (+3,128)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    26,385 miles
    Test number
    242410447035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    23,257 miles
    Test number
    200753856024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y256 HHJ

Does Y256 HHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y256 HHJ is valid until 16 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y256 HHJ?
The MOT on Y256 HHJ is valid until 16 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y256 HHJ done?
Y256 HHJ was recorded at 54,395 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 1,545 miles a year.
Has Y256 HHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 HHJ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on Y256 HHJ 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 Y256 HHJ find?
Y256 HHJ passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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