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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Diesel · 2001 · 1,686 cc

Y265 STRMOT history

Y265 STR is a black diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 3 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2021 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 170,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2023.

Y265 STR black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2021
Mileage
170,309 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2019
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,536 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y265 STR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2021
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y265 STR was last recorded at 170,309 miles on 27 Aug 2019, 1,959 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,350 miles · 16 Jul 2018
Between the last two tests
1,959 miles
Average per year
5,536 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2019 – 170,309 miles
  • 2018 – 168,350 miles
  • 2017 – 166,138 miles
  • 2016 – 163,718 miles
  • 2015 – 159,055 miles
  • 2014 – 154,652 miles
  • 2013 – 150,466 miles
  • 2012 – 146,358 miles
  • 2011 – 133,446 miles
  • 2010 – 133,444 miles
  • 2009 – 126,421 miles
  • 2008 – 119,091 miles
  • 2007 – 108,348 miles
  • 2006 – 96,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    566503629370
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • 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))

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    315919111973
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. FailMileage not read2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    308772964848
    • MajorCentral Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. FailMileage not read5 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    673890323362
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (front of axle bush (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted corroded and rusty (5.2.2 (c) (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 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted corroded and rusty (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear arches corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust hanger broken still supported
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust outer casing corroded

  5. Pass170,309 miles (+1,959)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    170,309 miles
    Test number
    483897621147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass168,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    168,350 miles
    Test number
    303162927205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail168,350 miles (+2,212)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,350 miles
    Test number
    836183131404
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  8. Pass166,138 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    166,138 miles
    Test number
    564082954517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded TO FLEXI/HUB (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded TO FLEXI/HUB (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail166,137 miles (+2,419)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,137 miles
    Test number
    192254094020
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded TO FLEXI/HUB (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded TO FLEXI/HUB (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass163,718 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    163,718 miles
    Test number
    222333979594
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Fail163,716 miles (+4,661)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,716 miles
    Test number
    482057508896
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle handbrake 46% (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass159,055 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    159,055 miles
    Test number
    748512065109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail159,055 miles (+4,403)5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,055 miles
    Test number
    405471565124
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass154,652 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    154,652 miles
    Test number
    787750444147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail154,647 miles (+4,181)1 failure5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,647 miles
    Test number
    585490844140
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass150,466 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    150,466 miles
    Test number
    245217533183
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail150,466 miles (+4,108)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,466 miles
    Test number
    519227633147
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass146,358 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    146,358 miles
    Test number
    186449632164
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail146,357 miles (+12,911)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,357 miles
    Test number
    116298532108
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass133,446 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    133,446 miles
    Test number
    716374821175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail133,444 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,444 miles
    Test number
    348437311194
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  22. Pass133,444 miles (+7,023)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    133,444 miles
    Test number
    213621540459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass126,421 miles (+7,330)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    126,421 miles
    Test number
    582739839183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass119,091 miles (+10,743)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    119,091 miles
    Test number
    422772248125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass108,348 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    108,348 miles
    Test number
    193018587473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail108,342 miles (+12,272)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,342 miles
    Test number
    641257987018
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  27. Pass96,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    96,070 miles
    Test number
    384019886065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y265 STR

Does Y265 STR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y265 STR expired on 16 Sept 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y265 STR?
The MOT on Y265 STR expired on 16 Sept 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y265 STR done?
Y265 STR was recorded at 170,309 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2019, an average of 5,536 miles a year.
Has Y265 STR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y265 STR has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on Y265 STR 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 Y265 STR find?
Y265 STR failed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2023 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill; nearside rear upper suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength spring mounting, and 11 more.

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