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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y262 RLHMOT history

Y262 RLH is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 5 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 138,046 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2024.

Y262 RLH blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Aug 2025
Mileage
138,046 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y262 RLH
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
5 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y262 RLH was last recorded at 138,046 miles on 22 Jul 2024, 3,723 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,323 miles · 20 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
3,723 miles
Average per year
6,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 138,046 miles
  • 2023 – 134,323 miles
  • 2022 – 130,409 miles
  • 2021 – 126,589 miles
  • 2020 – 123,044 miles
  • 2019 – 113,044 miles
  • 2018 – 106,989 miles
  • 2017 – 102,334 miles
  • 2016 – 96,796 miles
  • 2015 – 92,523 miles
  • 2013 – 78,845 miles
  • 2012 – 67,326 miles
  • 2011 – 58,448 miles
  • 2010 – 53,175 miles
  • 2009 – 50,176 miles
  • 2008 – 43,587 miles
  • 2007 – 34,080 miles
  • 2006 – 28,203 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,046 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • 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))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,046 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    138,046 miles
    Test number
    150654122154
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  2. Fail138,046 miles (+3,723)1 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,046 miles
    Test number
    283275023143
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre low on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  3. Pass134,323 miles (+3,914)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    134,323 miles
    Test number
    705586428461
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass130,409 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    130,409 miles
    Test number
    927004890450
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear 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))

  5. Fail130,404 miles (+3,815)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,404 miles
    Test number
    496804186358
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear 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))

  6. Pass126,589 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    126,589 miles
    Test number
    575092854685
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail126,588 miles (+3,544)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,588 miles
    Test number
    505028913065
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass123,044 miles (+10,000)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    123,044 miles
    Test number
    143243917529
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly damaged Compensator to front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Compensator to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Compensator to flexi pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass113,044 miles (+6,055)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    113,044 miles
    Test number
    192800379641
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass106,989 miles (+103)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    106,989 miles
    Test number
    869576455670
    • 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))

  11. Fail106,886 miles (+4,552)7 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,886 miles
    Test number
    984627329925
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded load sensing valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded load sensing valve to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material hose to wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp beam image poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective rubber detatched (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass102,334 miles (+123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    102,334 miles
    Test number
    731280298835
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre valve perishing
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear pipes at rear hoses (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail102,211 miles (+5,415)8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,211 miles
    Test number
    517278025142
    • FailureEmissions not tested rear box detatched (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel hose insecure fuel tank filler hose clamp broken where hose goes onto tank (7.2.1)
    • FailureFuel hose leaking filler hose at tank (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe at brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe at brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre valve stem perished

  14. Pass96,796 miles (+4,273)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    96,796 miles
    Test number
    775338656770
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass damaged
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corroded

  15. Pass92,523 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,523 miles
    Test number
    778608515140
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePoor beam image both headlamps

  16. Fail92,523 miles (+13,678)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,523 miles
    Test number
    588358515156
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePoor beam image both headlamps

  17. Pass78,845 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    78,845 miles
    Test number
    558775323391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade slightly split

  18. Fail78,845 miles (+11,519)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,845 miles
    Test number
    717005023375
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteOffside front wiper blade slightly split

  19. Fail67,326 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,326 miles
    Test number
    347015712222
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield deteriorated.
    • NoteRear exhaust joint deteriorated.

  20. Pass67,326 miles (+8,878)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    67,326 miles
    Test number
    986965912269
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield deteriorated.
    • NoteRear exhaust joint deteriorated.

  21. Pass58,448 miles (+5,273)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,448 miles
    Test number
    858165871120
    • NoteSTONE CHIP ON DRIVERS SIDE OF WINDSCREEN REAR EXHAUST SILENCER BOX RUSTY

  22. Pass53,175 miles (+2,999)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,175 miles
    Test number
    421751860130
    • NoteREAR SILENCER BOX RUSTING NOT BLOWING

  23. Pass50,176 miles (+6,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2010
    Odometer
    50,176 miles
    Test number
    712052139103
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass43,587 miles (+9,507)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,587 miles
    Test number
    454469718125
    • NoteFront pads and disces quite worn
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroding

  25. Pass34,080 miles (+5,877)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,080 miles
    Test number
    794514137160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2007
    Odometer
    28,203 miles
    Test number
    771535836111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y262 RLH

Does Y262 RLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y262 RLH expired on 1 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y262 RLH?
The MOT on Y262 RLH expired on 1 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y262 RLH done?
Y262 RLH was recorded at 138,046 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2024, an average of 6,039 miles a year.
Has Y262 RLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y262 RLH has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y262 RLH 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 Y262 RLH find?
Y262 RLH passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 6 more.

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