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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y868 GCLMOT history

Y868 GCL is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 11 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 10 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 202,238 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2022.

Y868 GCL 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 Dec 2022
Mileage
202,238 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,473 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y868 GCL
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
11 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y868 GCL was last recorded at 202,238 miles on 16 Dec 2022, 10,530 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,708 miles · 30 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
10,530 miles
Average per year
9,473 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 202,238 miles
  • 2021 – 191,708 miles
  • 2020 – 181,837 miles
  • 2019 – 166,218 miles
  • 2018 – 153,692 miles
  • 2017 – 138,494 miles
  • 2016 – 123,761 miles
  • 2015 – 111,139 miles
  • 2014 – 98,034 miles
  • 2013 – 89,137 miles
  • 2012 – 81,763 miles
  • 2011 – 75,638 miles
  • 2010 – 69,322 miles
  • 2009 – 64,420 miles
  • 2008 – 56,793 miles
  • 2007 – 50,329 miles
  • 2006 – 45,346 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail202,238 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mount on axle missing (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis over spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mount on axle missing (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail202,238 miles (+10,530)3 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,238 miles
    Test number
    155585047606
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mount on axle missing (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis over spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mount on axle missing (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring insecure (5.3.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass191,708 miles (+9,871)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    191,708 miles
    Test number
    582795097903
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass181,837 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    181,837 miles
    Test number
    489069801478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail181,793 miles (+15,575)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,793 miles
    Test number
    923805234046
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral heat shield insecure front and rear

  5. Pass166,218 miles (+12,526)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    166,218 miles
    Test number
    866037831284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass153,692 miles (+15,198)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    153,692 miles
    Test number
    384195926586
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass138,494 miles (+14,733)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    138,494 miles
    Test number
    849335764272
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  8. Pass123,761 miles (+12,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    123,761 miles
    Test number
    796192960951
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  9. Pass111,139 miles (+13,105)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2016
    Odometer
    111,139 miles
    Test number
    888392225113
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNumber plates fading
    • NoteO/s/f headlamp lens deteriorating

  10. Pass98,034 miles (+8,897)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2015
    Odometer
    98,034 miles
    Test number
    638343324129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,137 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2014
    Odometer
    89,137 miles
    Test number
    325409823198
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail89,137 miles (+7,374)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,137 miles
    Test number
    398669223176
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass81,763 miles (+187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    81,763 miles
    Test number
    498963232138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail81,576 miles (+5,938)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,576 miles
    Test number
    238966722115
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass75,638 miles (+6,316)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,638 miles
    Test number
    406219021191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass69,322 miles (+4,902)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2011
    Odometer
    69,322 miles
    Test number
    510661320161
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass64,420 miles (+7,627)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2010
    Odometer
    64,420 miles
    Test number
    903976949152
    • DangerousO/s/r tyre perished deeply

  18. Pass56,793 miles (+6,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,793 miles
    Test number
    131543938188
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass50,329 miles (+4,983)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    50,329 miles
    Test number
    123811137177
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront tyres on 3mm
    • NoteNear side front and off side front upper suspension mountings have minor free play

  20. Pass45,346 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,346 miles
    Test number
    104025146133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y868 GCL

Does Y868 GCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y868 GCL expired on 10 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y868 GCL?
The MOT on Y868 GCL expired on 10 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y868 GCL done?
Y868 GCL was recorded at 202,238 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2022, an average of 9,473 miles a year.
Has Y868 GCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y868 GCL has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on Y868 GCL 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 Y868 GCL find?
Y868 GCL failed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2022 with 3 dangerous defects and 4 major defects: nearside rear suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mount on axle missing; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected chassis over spring mount; offside rear suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected spring mount on axle missing, and 4 more.

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