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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y307 KAXMOT history

Y307 KAX is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 27 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 128,919 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

Y307 KAX silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2025
Mileage
128,919 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y307 KAX
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
27 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y307 KAX was last recorded at 128,919 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 6,427 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,492 miles · 23 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
6,427 miles
Average per year
4,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 128,919 miles
  • 2024 – 122,492 miles
  • 2023 – 115,367 miles
  • 2022 – 108,459 miles
  • 2021 – 99,516 miles
  • 2020 – 92,541 miles
  • 2019 – 92,166 miles
  • 2018 – 91,357 miles
  • 2017 – 89,762 miles
  • 2016 – 87,905 miles
  • 2015 – 84,636 miles
  • 2014 – 80,944 miles
  • 2013 – 76,614 miles
  • 2012 – 71,875 miles
  • 2011 – 66,448 miles
  • 2010 – 61,420 miles
  • 2009 – 55,132 miles
  • 2008 – 48,930 miles
  • 2007 – 41,973 miles
  • 2006 – 36,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail128,919 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Coolant leak and Misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail128,919 miles (+6,427)2 dangerous11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,919 miles
    Test number
    851009179455
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Coolant leak and Misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back axle bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass122,492 miles (+200)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    122,492 miles
    Test number
    736506581025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail122,292 miles (+6,925)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,292 miles
    Test number
    284713653072
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Vehicle has exhaust blow and misfiring (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn droplink (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass115,367 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    115,367 miles
    Test number
    894588517058
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail115,367 miles (+6,908)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,367 miles
    Test number
    594227084814
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass108,459 miles (+168)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    108,459 miles
    Test number
    713371788074
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail108,291 miles (+8,775)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,291 miles
    Test number
    866480363600
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt droplink (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass99,516 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    99,516 miles
    Test number
    657984747780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail99,382 miles (+239)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,382 miles
    Test number
    643216743370
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Fail99,143 miles (+6,602)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,143 miles
    Test number
    820300477566
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass92,541 miles (+375)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    92,541 miles
    Test number
    676507367153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,166 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    92,166 miles
    Test number
    564114706660
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam brackets corroding

  13. Fail92,165 miles (+808)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,165 miles
    Test number
    734094606199
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam brackets corroding
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade broken

  14. Pass91,357 miles (+1,595)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,357 miles
    Test number
    190735722273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges and perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wiper blades worn
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on both rear axle beam brackets

  15. Pass89,762 miles (+1,857)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,762 miles
    Test number
    682332808079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion on front subframe,also on front chassis legs
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion starting on both rear brake backs.

  16. Pass87,905 miles (+3,269)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    87,905 miles
    Test number
    190406314424
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear shock dust covers insecure.
    • AdvisoryAdvise corrosion on rear brake lines.

  17. Pass84,636 miles (+3,692)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    84,636 miles
    Test number
    419101065085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteAdvise both rear shock dust covers insercure.
    • NoteAdvise corrosion on exhaust system.
    • NoteAdvise corrosion on rear brake lines.

  18. Pass80,944 miles (+4,330)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    80,944 miles
    Test number
    138767054078
    • NoteFront headlights plastic in poor condition ok for test
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes rusty ok for test
    • NoteRear shock absorber dust covers broken

  19. Pass76,614 miles (+102)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,614 miles
    Test number
    198661373464
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes rusty

  20. Fail76,512 miles (+4,637)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,512 miles
    Test number
    375275763010
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront inner discs corroded
    • NoteFront tyres just on legal limits 1.6 mm on edges
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes rusty

  21. Pass71,875 miles (+5,427)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    71,875 miles
    Test number
    135038562029
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes rusty

  22. Pass66,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    66,448 miles
    Test number
    405809661038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail66,448 miles (+5,028)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,448 miles
    Test number
    988389461077
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass61,420 miles (+6,288)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    61,420 miles
    Test number
    133956470044
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAdvise slight damage on o,s,rear light unit.

  25. Pass55,132 miles (+6,202)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    55,132 miles
    Test number
    761948469080
    • NoteRear exhaust section corroding.

  26. Pass48,930 miles (+6,957)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    48,930 miles
    Test number
    580517078074
    • NoteFront discs corroding on inner.
    • NoteO/s door mirror cover missing.
    • NoteRear exhaust section rusting.

  27. Pass41,973 miles (+5,898)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,973 miles
    Test number
    194934677499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,075 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,075 miles
    Test number
    453029576016
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

Questions about Y307 KAX

Does Y307 KAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y307 KAX expired on 22 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y307 KAX?
The MOT on Y307 KAX expired on 22 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y307 KAX done?
Y307 KAX was recorded at 128,919 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 4,743 miles a year.
Has Y307 KAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y307 KAX has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y307 KAX 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 Y307 KAX find?
Y307 KAX failed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 11 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened; emissions unable to be completed coolant leak and misfire, and 13 more.

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