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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,998 cc

Y7 FAFMOT history

Y7 FAF is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 27 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 10 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 91,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

Y7 FAF red Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Feb 2027
Mileage
91,982 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y7 FAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y7 FAF was last recorded at 91,982 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Mar 2016: 61,448 miles, lower than 121,491 miles on 17 Oct 2015.

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
91,947 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
4,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,982 miles
  • 2025 – 91,947 miles
  • 2024 – 91,918 miles
  • 2023 – 91,698 miles
  • 2022 – 91,303 miles
  • 2021 – 90,800 miles
  • 2019 – 90,776 miles
  • 2018 – 84,594 miles
  • 2017 – 74,350 miles
  • 2016 – 61,583 miles
  • 2015 – 121,491 miles
  • 2014 – 45,444 miles
  • 2013 – 39,160 miles
  • 2012 – 34,337 miles
  • 2011 – 31,398 miles
  • 2010 – 25,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,982 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively ALL RUSTY FROM NOT BEING DROVE (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Coil spring corroded BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Both front brake discs slightly coroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Mar 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,982 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    91,982 miles
    Test number
    624803601503
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively ALL RUSTY FROM NOT BEING DROVE (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass91,947 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    91,947 miles
    Test number
    796279840561
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively NEW BUT RUSTY FROM CAR NOT BEING USED (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively NEW BUT RUSTY FROM CAR NOT BEING USED (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,918 miles (+220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    91,918 miles
    Test number
    900482948457
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively RUSTY FROM STANDING BUT NEW (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively RUSTY FROM STANDIND BUT NEW (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass91,698 miles (+395)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    91,698 miles
    Test number
    131593046619
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass91,303 miles (+503)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    91,303 miles
    Test number
    531658014276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,800 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    90,800 miles
    Test number
    911099439249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail90,776 miles3 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,776 miles
    Test number
    816666825293
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  8. Pass90,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,776 miles
    Test number
    497745947622
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail90,776 miles (+6,182)4 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,776 miles
    Test number
    970486061380
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 215/40zr18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side caliper (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass84,594 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    84,594 miles
    Test number
    252176175277
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs slightly coroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met minimum requirement of 16%

  11. Fail84,588 miles (+10,238)6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,588 miles
    Test number
    794219049098
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs slightly coroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met minimum requirement of 16%

  12. Pass74,350 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,350 miles
    Test number
    968279220036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,345 miles (+12,762)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,345 miles
    Test number
    632347936526
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit severely cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass61,583 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    61,583 miles
    Test number
    647342458056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,448 miles (-60,043)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,448 miles
    Test number
    384145007318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass121,491 miles (+76,047)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    121,491 miles
    Test number
    268706157914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,444 miles (+6,284)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    45,444 miles
    Test number
    335814114413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail39,160 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,160 miles
    Test number
    378055703206
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

  19. Pass39,160 miles (+2,307)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    39,160 miles
    Test number
    848795003288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,853 miles (+2,516)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    36,853 miles
    Test number
    656964503080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass34,337 miles (+2,939)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    34,337 miles
    Test number
    838963192061
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass31,398 miles (+5,810)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    31,398 miles
    Test number
    998858681075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,588 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    25,588 miles
    Test number
    682599280081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y7 FAF

Does Y7 FAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y7 FAF is valid until 10 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y7 FAF?
The MOT on Y7 FAF is valid until 10 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y7 FAF done?
Y7 FAF was recorded at 91,982 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 4,193 miles a year.
Has Y7 FAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y7 FAF has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on Y7 FAF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y7 FAF find?
Y7 FAF passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, but not excessively all rusty from not being drove; front coil spring corroded.

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