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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y291 KVWMOT history

Y291 KVW is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 3 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 319,163 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2022.

Y291 KVW blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2022
Mileage
319,163 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
15,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y291 KVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y291 KVW was last recorded at 319,163 miles on 15 Sept 2022, 5,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
313,603 miles · 16 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
5,560 miles
Average per year
15,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 319,163 miles
  • 2021 – 313,603 miles
  • 2020 – 311,467 miles
  • 2019 – 302,782 miles
  • 2018 – 284,268 miles
  • 2017 – 263,407 miles
  • 2016 – 242,805 miles
  • 2015 – 224,751 miles
  • 2014 – 207,254 miles
  • 2013 – 185,562 miles
  • 2012 – 167,878 miles
  • 2011 – 148,904 miles
  • 2010 – 126,490 miles
  • 2009 – 108,231 miles
  • 2008 – 98,301 miles
  • 2007 – 85,444 miles
  • 2006 – 73,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail319,163 miles
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail319,163 miles (+5,560)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    319,163 miles
    Test number
    839760647789
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass313,603 miles (+2,136)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    313,603 miles
    Test number
    780162983172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass311,467 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    311,467 miles
    Test number
    471276247529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail311,462 miles (+8,680)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    311,462 miles
    Test number
    174956474951
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass302,782 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    302,782 miles
    Test number
    747659372109
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail302,780 miles (+18,512)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    302,780 miles
    Test number
    564839009596
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass284,268 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    284,268 miles
    Test number
    425097105245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Fail284,259 miles (+20,852)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,259 miles
    Test number
    557693081095
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting drop sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass263,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    263,407 miles
    Test number
    626062442822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail263,405 miles (+20,600)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    263,405 miles
    Test number
    490591326380
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Pass242,805 miles (+18,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    242,805 miles
    Test number
    834884341111
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass224,751 miles (+17,497)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    224,751 miles
    Test number
    651871690957
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Both (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass207,254 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    207,254 miles
    Test number
    648555244227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail207,252 miles (+21,690)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,252 miles
    Test number
    437754844240
    • FailureNearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSlight freeplay (Lift) Both front struts

  15. Pass185,562 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    185,562 miles
    Test number
    155407543222
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail185,562 miles (+17,684)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,562 miles
    Test number
    887307143243
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Fail167,878 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,878 miles
    Test number
    217498842227
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass167,878 miles (+18,974)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    167,878 miles
    Test number
    566368042262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass148,904 miles (+22,414)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    148,904 miles
    Test number
    595091551284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail126,490 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,490 miles
    Test number
    341103340230
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  21. Pass126,490 miles (+18,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    126,490 miles
    Test number
    954993540248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  22. Pass108,231 miles (+9,930)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    108,231 miles
    Test number
    614742759212
    • 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)

  23. Fail98,301 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,301 miles
    Test number
    260227228324
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass98,301 miles (+12,857)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    98,301 miles
    Test number
    722157428396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass85,444 miles (+12,019)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    85,444 miles
    Test number
    961757427321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass73,425 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    73,425 miles
    Test number
    163319126327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Fail73,425 miles4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,425 miles
    Test number
    893519626337
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Questions about Y291 KVW

Does Y291 KVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y291 KVW expired on 22 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y291 KVW?
The MOT on Y291 KVW expired on 22 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y291 KVW done?
Y291 KVW was recorded at 319,163 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2022, an average of 15,548 miles a year.
Has Y291 KVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y291 KVW has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y291 KVW 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 Y291 KVW find?
Y291 KVW failed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2022 with 4 major defects and 2 advisories: exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier; nearside outer integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting, and 3 more.

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