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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 1,686 cc

Y256 WCFMOT history

Y256 WCF is a blue diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 13 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 150,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

Y256 WCF blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2026
Mileage
150,712 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 WCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
13 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y256 WCF was last recorded at 150,712 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 3,572 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,140 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,572 miles
Average per year
5,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,712 miles
  • 2025 – 147,140 miles
  • 2024 – 144,310 miles
  • 2023 – 140,751 miles
  • 2022 – 136,651 miles
  • 2020 – 132,429 miles
  • 2019 – 128,609 miles
  • 2018 – 122,177 miles
  • 2017 – 115,501 miles
  • 2016 – 109,077 miles
  • 2015 – 103,143 miles
  • 2014 – 97,952 miles
  • 2013 – 91,403 miles
  • 2012 – 85,170 miles
  • 2011 – 78,695 miles
  • 2010 – 68,522 miles
  • 2009 – 63,915 miles
  • 2008 – 58,186 miles
  • 2007 – 54,871 miles
  • 2006 – 48,191 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail150,712 miles
  • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to black smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim too low n/s & o/s (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner & outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge on minimum depth (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  • AdvisoryBoth rear outer wheel arches corroded
  • AdvisoryHand brake lever has no reserve travel
  • AdvisoryO/s rear light unit cracked

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Wiper self park poor

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake pipes very rusty

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear shocks weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Brake pipes pitted and corroded so that their overall integrity can not be confirmed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail150,712 miles (+3,572)1 dangerous9 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,712 miles
    Test number
    715995406204
    • DangerousExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to black smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low n/s & o/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner & outer sill holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge on minimum depth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect n/s & o/s (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryHand brake lever has no reserve travel
    • AdvisoryO/s rear light unit cracked

  2. Pass147,140 miles (+2,830)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    147,140 miles
    Test number
    224265594690
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass144,310 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    144,310 miles
    Test number
    251472176504
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Badly worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail144,280 miles (+3,529)2 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,280 miles
    Test number
    148378153200
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 175/70/R14 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage obviously incorrectly adjusted Spring broken (1.1.17 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Rear mist engine/gearbox steadying mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Both shock absorbers weak
    • AdvisoryRear Registration lamps very dim
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front, inner tie rod
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside, exhaust and suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryWiper self park function poor

  5. Pass140,751 miles (+4,100)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    140,751 miles
    Test number
    360973349578
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks weak
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes very rusty
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre very much on limit
    • AdvisoryWiper self park poor

  6. Pass136,651 miles (+4,222)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    136,651 miles
    Test number
    557686260953
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes very rusty
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre on limit on edge
    • AdvisoryRear shocks weak

  7. Pass132,429 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    132,429 miles
    Test number
    510032186424
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes pitted and corroded so that their overall integrity can not be confirmed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail132,429 miles (+3,820)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,429 miles
    Test number
    431498507418
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes pitted and corroded so that their overall integrity can not be confirmed
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass128,609 miles (+12)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    128,609 miles
    Test number
    547216955347
    • AdvisoryBoth rack boots very damp
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks damp + very poor
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine smokey
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre getting low
    • AdvisoryWiper self park poor

  10. Fail128,597 miles (+6,420)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,597 miles
    Test number
    430865597957
    • MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorIndicator switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rack boots very damp
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocks damp + very poor
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine smokey
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryNsr tyre getting low
    • AdvisoryWiper self park poor

  11. Pass122,177 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    122,177 miles
    Test number
    514810061677
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryNsf body damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear shocks weak
    • AdvisoryWiper self park poor

  12. Fail122,177 miles (+6,676)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,177 miles
    Test number
    926540309491
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust very rusty
    • AdvisoryNsf body damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear shocks weak
    • AdvisoryWiper self park poor

  13. Pass115,501 miles (+6,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    115,501 miles
    Test number
    977085328274
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake binding slightly n/s/r arch corroded wiper self parking on limit

  14. Pass109,077 miles (+5,934)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    109,077 miles
    Test number
    754275225256
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aims poor
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake binding slightly
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  15. Pass103,143 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    103,143 miles
    Test number
    959658069197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail103,143 miles (+5,191)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,143 miles
    Test number
    527391871737
    • 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)

  17. Pass97,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    97,952 miles
    Test number
    596171084267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail97,952 miles (+6,549)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,952 miles
    Test number
    637891084233
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass91,403 miles (+24)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    91,403 miles
    Test number
    705331283255
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSteering rack damp

  20. Fail91,379 miles (+6,209)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,379 miles
    Test number
    809330183245
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSteering rack damp

  21. Pass85,170 miles (+6,475)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    85,170 miles
    Test number
    407061872252
    • NoteN/s/r shock absorber damp
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty
    • NoteSteering rack damp
    • NoteSteering stiff

  22. Pass78,695 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    78,695 miles
    Test number
    288830471263
    • NoteN/s/r shock damp
    • NotePower steering rack slightly damp
    • NotePower steering sometimes heavy

  23. Fail78,695 miles (+10,173)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,695 miles
    Test number
    907460871282
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/s/r shock damp
    • NotePower steering rack slightly damp
    • NotePower steering sometimes heavy

  24. Pass68,522 miles (+4,607)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    68,522 miles
    Test number
    771406800182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,915 miles (+5,729)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    63,915 miles
    Test number
    611366809145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass58,186 miles (+3,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,186 miles
    Test number
    474214298087
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass54,871 miles (+6,680)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    54,871 miles
    Test number
    700654737209
    • NoteExhaust corroded at joints
    • NoteFront and rear number plates water damaged
    • NoteN/s door mirror surround missing
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
    • NoteUnable to check outer sills due to side skirts fitted

  28. Pass48,191 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    48,191 miles
    Test number
    433506936216
    • NoteN/s/f door mirror surround missing
    • NoteRear number plate water damaged
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen

Questions about Y256 WCF

Does Y256 WCF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y256 WCF expired on 12 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y256 WCF?
The MOT on Y256 WCF expired on 12 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y256 WCF done?
Y256 WCF was recorded at 150,712 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 5,245 miles a year.
Has Y256 WCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 WCF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y256 WCF 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 WCF find?
Y256 WCF failed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 9 major defects and 9 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour likely to obscure the vision of other road users; brake pedal anti-slip provision missing; emissions unable to be completed due to black smoke, and 16 more.

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