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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y879 YKEMOT history

Y879 YKE is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 9 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 13 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 121,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

Y879 YKE blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Sept 2027
Mileage
121,249 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y879 YKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y879 YKE was last recorded at 121,249 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 5,340 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,909 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,340 miles
Average per year
4,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,249 miles
  • 2025 – 115,909 miles
  • 2024 – 110,700 miles
  • 2023 – 103,157 miles
  • 2022 – 97,167 miles
  • 2021 – 92,404 miles
  • 2020 – 87,292 miles
  • 2019 – 79,325 miles
  • 2018 – 71,092 miles
  • 2017 – 63,447 miles
  • 2016 – 54,747 miles
  • 2015 – 45,695 miles
  • 2014 – 41,796 miles
  • 2013 – 38,759 miles
  • 2012 – 35,962 miles
  • 2011 – 33,441 miles
  • 2010 – 29,741 miles
  • 2009 – 27,308 miles
  • 2008 – 24,223 miles
  • 2007 – 22,253 miles
  • 2006 – 19,831 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,249 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

31 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,249 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    121,249 miles
    Test number
    686451263995
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail121,249 miles (+5,340)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,249 miles
    Test number
    752859558875
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass115,909 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    115,909 miles
    Test number
    377531633992
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin just above minimum (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail115,909 miles (+5,209)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,909 miles
    Test number
    711115926777
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin just above minimum (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass110,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    110,700 miles
    Test number
    407509510975
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail110,700 miles (+7,543)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,700 miles
    Test number
    812338852475
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass103,157 miles (+5,990)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    103,157 miles
    Test number
    824386779259
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass97,167 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,167 miles
    Test number
    105028342319
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail97,167 miles (+4,763)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,167 miles
    Test number
    543135718775
    • Repaired at testCentral Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass92,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    92,404 miles
    Test number
    211689941524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail92,404 miles (+5,112)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,404 miles
    Test number
    383169845481
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass87,292 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    87,292 miles
    Test number
    392056305399
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail87,292 miles (+7,967)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,292 miles
    Test number
    700560033888
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass79,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    79,325 miles
    Test number
    396752575636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,325 miles (+8,233)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,325 miles
    Test number
    667508514789
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre pipe at rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  16. Pass71,092 miles (+7,645)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,092 miles
    Test number
    953547821688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from limiter to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded from limiter to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer join to centre (7.1.2)

  17. Pass63,447 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    121577963607
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded at rear to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded at rear to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryMiddle to rear exhaust join badly corroded,and blowing

  18. Fail63,447 miles (+8,700)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    318438303908
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded at rear to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded at rear to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryMiddle to rear exhaust join badly corroded,and blowing

  19. Pass54,747 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    54,747 miles
    Test number
    804337712380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,747 miles (+9,052)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,747 miles
    Test number
    155384124706
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass45,695 miles (+3,899)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    45,695 miles
    Test number
    629625365020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,796 miles (+3,037)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,796 miles
    Test number
    688996264093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass38,759 miles (+2,797)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,759 miles
    Test number
    669236663072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,962 miles (+2,521)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    35,962 miles
    Test number
    247157762030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass33,441 miles (+3,700)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,441 miles
    Test number
    175717561404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,741 miles (+2,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    29,741 miles
    Test number
    900277160071
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass27,308 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    27,308 miles
    Test number
    272573569008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail24,223 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,223 miles
    Test number
    442746068063
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  29. Pass24,223 miles (+1,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,223 miles
    Test number
    813106768026
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  30. Pass22,253 miles (+2,422)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,253 miles
    Test number
    500625367062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  31. Pass19,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,831 miles
    Test number
    794826766027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y879 YKE

Does Y879 YKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y879 YKE is valid until 13 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y879 YKE?
The MOT on Y879 YKE is valid until 13 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y879 YKE done?
Y879 YKE was recorded at 121,249 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 4,948 miles a year.
Has Y879 YKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y879 YKE has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y879 YKE 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 Y879 YKE find?
Y879 YKE passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear hose; offside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear hose; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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