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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y274 KBHMOT history

Y274 KBH is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 12 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 122,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

Y274 KBH red Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
122,260 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
4,347 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y274 KBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y274 KBH was last recorded at 122,260 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,558 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
702 miles
Average per year
4,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,260 miles
  • 2024 – 121,558 miles
  • 2023 – 120,622 miles
  • 2022 – 119,581 miles
  • 2021 – 117,699 miles
  • 2020 – 116,697 miles
  • 2019 – 115,640 miles
  • 2018 – 113,757 miles
  • 2017 – 108,975 miles
  • 2016 – 101,425 miles
  • 2015 – 96,854 miles
  • 2014 – 93,746 miles
  • 2013 – 89,838 miles
  • 2012 – 85,535 miles
  • 2011 – 77,883 miles
  • 2010 – 69,879 miles
  • 2009 – 60,799 miles
  • 2008 – 57,687 miles
  • 2007 – 42,572 miles
  • 2006 – 36,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,260 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • EML on

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Brake load sensing valve stiff

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

33 tests since 25 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,260 miles (+702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    122,260 miles
    Test number
    471740687613
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass121,558 miles (+936)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    121,558 miles
    Test number
    985450282106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,622 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    120,622 miles
    Test number
    262783743875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail120,612 miles (+1,031)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,612 miles
    Test number
    247738563818
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass119,581 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    119,581 miles
    Test number
    738096122985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass117,699 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    117,699 miles
    Test number
    255458142725
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belts slow to retract

  7. Fail117,699 miles (+1,002)1 dangerous3 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,699 miles
    Test number
    701225607231
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working no pump (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belts slow to retract

  8. Pass116,697 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    116,697 miles
    Test number
    304697763076
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail116,697 miles (+1,057)3 major2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,697 miles
    Test number
    380239271942
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cloudy may require polish (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cloudy may require polish (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass115,640 miles (+15)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    115,640 miles
    Test number
    955349742879
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front belts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  11. Fail115,625 miles (+1,868)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,625 miles
    Test number
    340806134326
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cloudy may require polish (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect cloudy may require polish (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front belts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  12. Pass113,757 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    113,757 miles
    Test number
    252446696158
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring components

  13. Fail113,756 miles (+4,781)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,756 miles
    Test number
    664259958303
    • MajorBoot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring components

  14. Pass108,975 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    108,975 miles
    Test number
    985667204988
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake sticking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight has a broken bracket but is secure
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  15. Fail108,975 miles (+7,550)5 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,975 miles
    Test number
    265169980662
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEML on
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment both sides (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake sticking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewall deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside headlight has a broken bracket but is secure
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring components

  16. Pass101,425 miles (+4,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    101,425 miles
    Test number
    268700567935
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass96,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    96,854 miles
    Test number
    129280377087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,854 miles (+3,108)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,854 miles
    Test number
    254714550786
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded NSR & OSR plus Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass93,746 miles (+3,908)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,746 miles
    Test number
    548062134380
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass89,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    89,838 miles
    Test number
    198733233326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail89,838 miles (+4,303)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,838 miles
    Test number
    518476523364
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEML light is on

  22. Pass85,535 miles (+159)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    85,535 miles
    Test number
    767449372272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteSlight free play in steering rack

  23. Fail85,376 miles (+7,493)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,376 miles
    Test number
    409232072296
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteSlight free play in steering rack

  24. Pass77,883 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    77,883 miles
    Test number
    105379161290
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Fail77,883 miles (+8,004)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,883 miles
    Test number
    728439361290
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  26. Pass69,879 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    69,879 miles
    Test number
    463484800221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail69,851 miles (+9,052)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,851 miles
    Test number
    231051100214
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  28. Fail60,799 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,799 miles
    Test number
    120723899469
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing on inner edge.

  29. Pass60,799 miles (+3,112)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,799 miles
    Test number
    551743399015
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing on inner edge.

  30. Pass57,687 miles (+15,115)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    57,687 miles
    Test number
    522645398053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass42,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    42,572 miles
    Test number
    343643887026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail42,572 miles (+6,079)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,572 miles
    Test number
    902643887067
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  33. Pass36,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,493 miles
    Test number
    662474486087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y274 KBH

Does Y274 KBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y274 KBH is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y274 KBH?
The MOT on Y274 KBH is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y274 KBH done?
Y274 KBH was recorded at 122,260 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 4,347 miles a year.
Has Y274 KBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y274 KBH has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on Y274 KBH 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 Y274 KBH find?
Y274 KBH passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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