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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y261 EWPMOT history

Y261 EWP is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 27 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 22 MOT tests, with 87,195 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

Y261 EWP blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
87,195 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
21 passed · 1 failed
Per year
2,668 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 EWP
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
27 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 EWP was last recorded at 87,195 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 1,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,210 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1,985 miles
Average per year
2,668 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,195 miles
  • 2025 – 85,210 miles
  • 2024 – 83,405 miles
  • 2023 – 81,499 miles
  • 2022 – 79,759 miles
  • 2021 – 77,964 miles
  • 2020 – 76,585 miles
  • 2019 – 74,492 miles
  • 2018 – 72,354 miles
  • 2017 – 70,152 miles
  • 2016 – 67,876 miles
  • 2015 – 65,549 miles
  • 2014 – 62,956 miles
  • 2013 – 60,008 miles
  • 2012 – 56,398 miles
  • 2011 – 53,162 miles
  • 2010 – 50,678 miles
  • 2009 – 48,759 miles
  • 2008 – 44,715 miles
  • 2007 – 39,542 miles
  • 2006 – 34,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,195 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,195 miles (+1,985)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    87,195 miles
    Test number
    974347760096
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  2. Pass85,210 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    85,210 miles
    Test number
    113151084150
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail85,180 miles (+1,775)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,180 miles
    Test number
    416235435454
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength shocker top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass83,405 miles (+1,906)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    83,405 miles
    Test number
    546334052972
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
  5. Pass81,499 miles (+1,740)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    81,499 miles
    Test number
    598444715610
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDrivers side front coil spring corroded
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisorySlight underbody corrosion
  6. Pass79,759 miles (+1,795)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,759 miles
    Test number
    866234226764
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear sill corroded
  7. Pass77,964 miles (+1,379)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    77,964 miles
    Test number
    989353577374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass76,585 miles (+2,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    76,585 miles
    Test number
    170298398065
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  9. Pass74,492 miles (+2,138)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    74,492 miles
    Test number
    837164738234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,354 miles (+2,202)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,354 miles
    Test number
    769081689437
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  11. Pass70,152 miles (+2,276)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,152 miles
    Test number
    645606037670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,876 miles (+2,327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    67,876 miles
    Test number
    533607967273
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on inside edge
  13. Pass65,549 miles (+2,593)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,549 miles
    Test number
    309383385024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  14. Pass62,956 miles (+2,948)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    62,956 miles
    Test number
    178779734418
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Pass60,008 miles (+3,610)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    60,008 miles
    Test number
    188970543456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,398 miles (+3,236)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    56,398 miles
    Test number
    569338432067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,162 miles (+2,484)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    53,162 miles
    Test number
    136621931088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,678 miles (+1,919)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    50,678 miles
    Test number
    921397530096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,759 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,759 miles
    Test number
    452171749059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,715 miles (+5,173)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2009
    Odometer
    44,715 miles
    Test number
    424590948113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,542 miles (+5,068)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    39,542 miles
    Test number
    241192047170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,474 miles
    Test number
    611964966176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y261 EWP

Does Y261 EWP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y261 EWP is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y261 EWP?
The MOT on Y261 EWP is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y261 EWP done?
Y261 EWP was recorded at 87,195 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 2,668 miles a year.
Has Y261 EWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 EWP has failed 1 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y261 EWP 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 Y261 EWP find?
Y261 EWP passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: fuel pipe/s corroded; sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; exhaust corroded, and 1 more.

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