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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y279 TCRMOT history

Y279 TCR is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 194,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2022.

Y279 TCR silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2023
Mileage
194,339 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2022
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 TCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 TCR was last recorded at 194,339 miles on 18 Oct 2022, 14,530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Sept 2015: 137,108 miles, lower than 154,676 miles on 24 Sept 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
179,809 miles · 2 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
14,530 miles
Average per year
8,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 194,339 miles
  • 2021 – 179,809 miles
  • 2020 – 166,060 miles
  • 2019 – 158,648 miles
  • 2018 – 158,580 miles
  • 2017 – 153,696 miles
  • 2016 – 145,061 miles
  • 2015 – 137,108 miles
  • 2014 – 129,948 miles
  • 2013 – 122,816 miles
  • 2012 – 116,712 miles
  • 2011 – 109,281 miles
  • 2010 – 101,916 miles
  • 2009 – 94,408 miles
  • 2008 – 82,924 miles
  • 2007 – 70,877 miles
  • 2006 – 59,400 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,339 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front anti roll bar bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,339 miles (+14,530)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    194,339 miles
    Test number
    216590581960
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front anti roll bar bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass179,809 miles (+13,749)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    179,809 miles
    Test number
    639546478538
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,060 miles (+7,412)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    166,060 miles
    Test number
    331023739289
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror casing is missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass158,648 miles (+68)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    158,648 miles
    Test number
    628601256668
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass158,580 miles (+4,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    158,580 miles
    Test number
    380393308999
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass153,696 miles (+8,635)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    153,696 miles
    Test number
    465159290007
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  7. Pass145,061 miles (+7,953)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    145,061 miles
    Test number
    938381409434
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront both wiper blades slightly split
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  8. Pass137,108 miles (-17,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    137,108 miles
    Test number
    353567148217
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail154,676 miles (+24,728)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,676 miles
    Test number
    457968966152
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass129,948 miles (+7,132)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    129,948 miles
    Test number
    197070044286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass122,816 miles (+6,104)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    122,816 miles
    Test number
    385219633482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass116,712 miles (+37)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    116,712 miles
    Test number
    325971542459
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to n/s/r seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

  13. Fail116,675 miles (+7,394)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,675 miles
    Test number
    825173932280
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to n/s/r seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

  14. Pass109,281 miles (+7,365)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    109,281 miles
    Test number
    127565831224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,916 miles (+7,508)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    101,916 miles
    Test number
    481986430207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,408 miles (+11,484)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    94,408 miles
    Test number
    434253639265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass82,924 miles (+12,047)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    82,924 miles
    Test number
    414956338243
    • NoteN/s/f top suspension mount has slight play

  18. Pass70,877 miles (+11,477)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    70,877 miles
    Test number
    814225437264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f suspension top mount slightly worn

  19. Pass59,400 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    59,400 miles
    Test number
    690718626265
    • NoteALL TYRE TREADS WEARING LOW

Questions about Y279 TCR

Does Y279 TCR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y279 TCR expired on 17 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y279 TCR?
The MOT on Y279 TCR expired on 17 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y279 TCR done?
Y279 TCR was recorded at 194,339 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2022, an average of 8,344 miles a year.
Has Y279 TCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 TCR has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2015.
Has the mileage on Y279 TCR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y279 TCR find?
Y279 TCR passed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front anti roll bar bushes, and 2 more.

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