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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y298 GFSMOT history

Y298 GFS is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 91,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2024.

Y298 GFS blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jun 2025
Mileage
91,996 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2024
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,772 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y298 GFS
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
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
24 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y298 GFS was last recorded at 91,996 miles on 24 May 2024, 3,608 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 May 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 May 2007: 48,708 miles, lower than 48,710 miles on 30 Apr 2007.

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
88,388 miles · 18 May 2023
Between the last two tests
3,608 miles
Average per year
2,772 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 91,996 miles
  • 2023 – 88,388 miles
  • 2022 – 84,489 miles
  • 2021 – 81,348 miles
  • 2020 – 80,844 miles
  • 2019 – 77,961 miles
  • 2018 – 73,392 miles
  • 2017 – 69,403 miles
  • 2016 – 66,974 miles
  • 2015 – 64,192 miles
  • 2014 – 61,413 miles
  • 2013 – 59,721 miles
  • 2012 – 57,937 miles
  • 2011 – 55,979 miles
  • 2010 – 54,423 miles
  • 2009 – 52,550 miles
  • 2008 – 50,665 miles
  • 2007 – 48,708 miles
  • 2006 – 41,757 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,996 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear all suspension components corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Sweat from both sides of steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

32 tests since 10 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,996 miles (+3,608)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    91,996 miles
    Test number
    472528862233
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

  2. Pass88,388 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    88,388 miles
    Test number
    749609491865
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY CORRODED

  3. Fail88,388 miles (+3,899)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,388 miles
    Test number
    545486099275
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUNDERBODY CORRODED

  4. Pass84,489 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    84,489 miles
    Test number
    220306249433
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all suspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail84,489 miles (+3,141)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,489 miles
    Test number
    435967400332
    • MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor/wheel arch holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear all suspension components corroded
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass81,348 miles (+504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    81,348 miles
    Test number
    697421493184
    • AdvisoryRadiator water light on

  7. Pass80,844 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    80,844 miles
    Test number
    967263534982
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail80,843 miles (+2,882)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,843 miles
    Test number
    413058875430
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass77,961 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    77,961 miles
    Test number
    818990574276
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexi brake hose feruls shoeing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryCoolant warning light on but coolant level ok
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes at front showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on outside

  10. Fail77,961 miles (+4,569)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,961 miles
    Test number
    619494834747
    • MajorRear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front flexi brake hose feruls shoeing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryCoolant warning light on but coolant level ok
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes at front showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre wearing on outside

  11. Pass73,392 miles (+3,989)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,392 miles
    Test number
    659366596414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,403 miles (+2,429)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,403 miles
    Test number
    274986292889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,974 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,974 miles
    Test number
    310174482680
    • AdvisorySweat from both sides of steering rack

  14. Fail66,953 miles (+2,761)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,953 miles
    Test number
    902147886386
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisorySweat from both sides of steering rack

  15. Pass64,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    64,192 miles
    Test number
    178798495042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,192 miles (+2,779)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,192 miles
    Test number
    157508295095
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass61,413 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    61,413 miles
    Test number
    637228604183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,379 miles (+1,658)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,379 miles
    Test number
    657464004147
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  19. Pass59,721 miles (+1,784)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2014
    Odometer
    59,721 miles
    Test number
    749215703198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,937 miles (+170)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,937 miles
    Test number
    827683902197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,767 miles (+1,788)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,767 miles
    Test number
    858797992062
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  22. Pass55,979 miles (+1,556)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    55,979 miles
    Test number
    899483301148
    • NoteSlight blow from flexi section
    • NoteSlight corrosion of a couple of rear brake pipes

  23. Fail54,423 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,423 miles
    Test number
    423955300108
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass54,423 miles (+1,873)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2011
    Odometer
    54,423 miles
    Test number
    912825700169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,550 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,550 miles
    Test number
    232723319161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail52,540 miles (+1,875)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,540 miles
    Test number
    982220719107
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass50,665 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,665 miles
    Test number
    990707928171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail50,635 miles (+1,927)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,635 miles
    Test number
    272551828105
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Pass48,708 miles (-2)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    48,708 miles
    Test number
    864742727155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail48,710 miles (+107)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,710 miles
    Test number
    901800327198
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  31. Pass48,603 miles (+6,846)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    48,603 miles
    Test number
    524680607194
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  32. Pass41,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    41,757 miles
    Test number
    201220206157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y298 GFS

Does Y298 GFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y298 GFS expired on 10 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y298 GFS?
The MOT on Y298 GFS expired on 10 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y298 GFS done?
Y298 GFS was recorded at 91,996 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2024, an average of 2,772 miles a year.
Has Y298 GFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y298 GFS has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2023.
Has the mileage on Y298 GFS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y298 GFS find?
Y298 GFS passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2024 with 1 advisory: underbody corroded.

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