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Vauxhall Astra

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y281 WGOMOT history

Y281 WGO is a grey petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 3 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 20 MOT tests, with 83,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

Y281 WGO grey Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
83,193 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
20 passed · 0 failed
Per year
3,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 WGO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 WGO was last recorded at 83,193 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 2,036 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
81,157 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,036 miles
Average per year
3,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 83,193 miles
  • 2025 – 81,157 miles
  • 2024 – 79,188 miles
  • 2022 – 76,761 miles
  • 2021 – 72,072 miles
  • 2019 – 67,961 miles
  • 2018 – 65,025 miles
  • 2017 – 62,131 miles
  • 2016 – 58,823 miles
  • 2015 – 54,540 miles
  • 2014 – 47,945 miles
  • 2013 – 42,712 miles
  • 2012 – 39,494 miles
  • 2011 – 36,373 miles
  • 2010 – 33,185 miles
  • 2009 – 29,003 miles
  • 2008 – 27,032 miles
  • 2007 – 24,806 miles
  • 2006 – 22,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,193 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil covering the sump not excessive or dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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.

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,193 miles (+2,036)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    83,193 miles
    Test number
    637525411259
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil covering the sump not excessive or dripping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  2. Pass81,157 miles (+1,969)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    81,157 miles
    Test number
    420270969249
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer corroded around joint (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass79,188 miles (+2,427)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    79,188 miles
    Test number
    492565925317
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  4. Pass76,761 miles (+1,360)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,761 miles
    Test number
    310737614293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,401 miles (+3,329)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,401 miles
    Test number
    203768443517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass72,072 miles (+4,111)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    72,072 miles
    Test number
    384677942288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,961 miles (+2,936)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,961 miles
    Test number
    148072905400
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass65,025 miles (+2,894)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    65,025 miles
    Test number
    648590324685

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,131 miles (+3,308)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,131 miles
    Test number
    655478084069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass58,823 miles (+4,283)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    58,823 miles
    Test number
    805156120475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,540 miles (+6,595)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,540 miles
    Test number
    386693185193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass47,945 miles (+5,233)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,945 miles
    Test number
    816430674122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
  13. Pass42,712 miles (+3,218)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    42,712 miles
    Test number
    226299283476
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlastic body sills fitted
  14. Pass39,494 miles (+3,121)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,494 miles
    Test number
    486740372197
    • 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)
  15. Pass36,373 miles (+3,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,373 miles
    Test number
    599936661194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
  16. Pass33,185 miles (+4,182)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,185 miles
    Test number
    592690380150
    • 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)
  17. Pass29,003 miles (+1,971)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    29,003 miles
    Test number
    251023969151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,032 miles (+2,226)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    27,032 miles
    Test number
    130791478181
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres starting to crack
  19. Pass24,806 miles (+2,394)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,806 miles
    Test number
    334501597119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    22,412 miles
    Test number
    914663496143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y281 WGO

Does Y281 WGO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y281 WGO is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y281 WGO?
The MOT on Y281 WGO is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y281 WGO done?
Y281 WGO was recorded at 83,193 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 3,115 miles a year.
Has Y281 WGO ever failed its MOT?
No. Y281 WGO has passed all 20 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on Y281 WGO 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 Y281 WGO find?
Y281 WGO passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: central rear lower oil leak, but not excessive engine oil covering the sump not excessive or dripping; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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