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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,389 cc

Y289 VBFMOT history

Y289 VBF is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 80,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2022.

Y289 VBF blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2023
Mileage
80,682 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y289 VBF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y289 VBF was last recorded at 80,682 miles on 28 Jul 2022, 1,824 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,858 miles · 22 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,824 miles
Average per year
2,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 80,682 miles
  • 2021 – 78,858 miles
  • 2020 – 77,693 miles
  • 2019 – 76,507 miles
  • 2018 – 74,939 miles
  • 2017 – 72,711 miles
  • 2016 – 70,546 miles
  • 2015 – 67,977 miles
  • 2014 – 65,221 miles
  • 2013 – 62,790 miles
  • 2012 – 60,930 miles
  • 2011 – 58,712 miles
  • 2010 – 55,917 miles
  • 2009 – 53,552 miles
  • 2008 – 49,331 miles
  • 2007 – 44,031 miles
  • 2006 – 38,493 miles
  • 2005 – 33,612 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,682 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears to hoses (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe mounting brackets (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,682 miles (+1,824)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    80,682 miles
    Test number
    855022421977
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe mounting brackets (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass78,858 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,858 miles
    Test number
    478198077153
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive slight corrosion around rear subframe mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail78,858 miles (+1,165)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,858 miles
    Test number
    912542777422
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears to hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive slight corrosion around rear subframe mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,693 miles (+1,186)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,693 miles
    Test number
    848756683960
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both lights (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass76,507 miles (+1,568)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    76,507 miles
    Test number
    822588155879
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears from hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear both pipes . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front top strut mountings bush/ bearing have slight play .
    • AdvisoryOffside rear hand brake cable corroded .

  6. Pass74,939 miles (+2,228)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    74,939 miles
    Test number
    703635642707
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre perished and tread breaking up
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre perished
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake cable outer casing corroded
    • AdvisorySlight steering rack leak

  7. Pass72,711 miles (+2,165)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    72,711 miles
    Test number
    517930704198
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both fronts (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both fronts (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear subframe brackets slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to o/s/r inner body sill

  8. Pass70,546 miles (+2,569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    70,546 miles
    Test number
    767698275267
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre in poor condision

  9. Pass67,977 miles (+2,756)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    67,977 miles
    Test number
    260737330548
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryLift in both front top strut mounts
    • AdvisorySlight fluid leak from steering rack
    • AdvisorySteering heavy

  10. Pass65,221 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    65,221 miles
    Test number
    499696914216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight cracking on sidewalls osf and osr tyres

  11. Fail65,220 miles (+2,430)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,220 miles
    Test number
    688434414220
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight cracking on sidewalls osf and osr tyres

  12. Pass62,790 miles (+12)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    62,790 miles
    Test number
    297863613281
    • 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)
    • NoteExhaust system has part deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split

  13. Fail62,778 miles (+1,848)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,778 miles
    Test number
    586582113229
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteExhaust system has part deteriorated
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split

  14. Pass60,930 miles (+2,218)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    60,930 miles
    Test number
    108074122296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,712 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    58,712 miles
    Test number
    215754221205
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail58,712 miles (+2,795)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,712 miles
    Test number
    396584321209
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass55,917 miles (+2,365)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    55,917 miles
    Test number
    493009920242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,552 miles (+4,221)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,552 miles
    Test number
    614992989159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    49,331 miles
    Test number
    943513408238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail49,331 miles (+5,300)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,331 miles
    Test number
    191483308261
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

  21. Pass44,031 miles (+5,538)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    44,031 miles
    Test number
    104597197179
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass38,493 miles (+4,881)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,493 miles
    Test number
    751296486123
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

  23. Pass33,612 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    33,612 miles
    Test number
    844050415210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSTEERING RACK OIL LEAK

Questions about Y289 VBF

Does Y289 VBF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y289 VBF expired on 16 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y289 VBF?
The MOT on Y289 VBF expired on 16 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y289 VBF done?
Y289 VBF was recorded at 80,682 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2022, an average of 2,769 miles a year.
Has Y289 VBF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y289 VBF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on Y289 VBF 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 Y289 VBF find?
Y289 VBF passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2022 with 1 minor defect and 12 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both fronts; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear pipes; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts, and 10 more.

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