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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y881 RDOMOT history

Y881 RDO is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 92,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2025.

Y881 RDO blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2026
Mileage
92,098 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,271 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 RDO
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
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 RDO was last recorded at 92,098 miles on 9 Oct 2025, 96 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,002 miles · 4 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
96 miles
Average per year
3,271 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,098 miles
  • 2024 – 92,002 miles
  • 2023 – 91,785 miles
  • 2022 – 90,079 miles
  • 2021 – 86,337 miles
  • 2020 – 82,837 miles
  • 2019 – 81,726 miles
  • 2018 – 81,606 miles
  • 2017 – 81,467 miles
  • 2016 – 78,986 miles
  • 2015 – 75,441 miles
  • 2014 – 71,125 miles
  • 2013 – 66,136 miles
  • 2012 – 61,377 miles
  • 2011 – 57,770 miles
  • 2010 – 53,247 miles
  • 2009 – 48,190 miles
  • 2008 – 43,290 miles
  • 2007 – 37,868 miles
  • 2006 – 31,750 miles
  • 2005 – 25,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,098 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySurface rust under vehicle

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.

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Exhaust back box corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,098 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    92,098 miles
    Test number
    577071493793
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust under vehicle

  2. Fail92,098 miles (+96)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,098 miles
    Test number
    298528766500
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust under vehicle

  3. Pass92,002 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    92,002 miles
    Test number
    741548587625
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  4. Fail91,989 miles (+204)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,989 miles
    Test number
    321470036161
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill + rear wheel arch areas (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded

  5. Pass91,785 miles (+1,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    91,785 miles
    Test number
    737605691967
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass90,079 miles (+3,742)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    90,079 miles
    Test number
    529828148577
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under car (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass86,337 miles (+3,500)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    86,337 miles
    Test number
    803118763111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass82,837 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,837 miles
    Test number
    471841721847

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass81,726 miles (+120)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    81,726 miles
    Test number
    547106743827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,606 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,606 miles
    Test number
    380744520911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,467 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,467 miles
    Test number
    260673453024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,986 miles (+3,545)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,986 miles
    Test number
    397973114482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass75,441 miles (+4,316)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,441 miles
    Test number
    538258375158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,125 miles (+4,989)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,125 miles
    Test number
    486719144170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,136 miles (+4,759)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,136 miles
    Test number
    698900553113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,377 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,377 miles
    Test number
    897781472102
    • NoteOff side rear tyre side wall damaged

  17. Fail61,377 miles (+3,607)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,377 miles
    Test number
    479351572100
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOff side rear tyre side wall damaged

  18. Pass57,770 miles (+4,523)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    57,770 miles
    Test number
    868291261133
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass53,247 miles (+5,057)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    53,247 miles
    Test number
    201568860495
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Fail48,190 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,190 miles
    Test number
    220854879182
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass48,190 miles (+4,900)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,190 miles
    Test number
    650844979141
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass43,290 miles (+5,422)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,290 miles
    Test number
    124029668194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass37,868 miles (+6,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,868 miles
    Test number
    262261977406
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass31,750 miles (+5,990)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,750 miles
    Test number
    490313976125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail25,760 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,760 miles
    Test number
    334360785179
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass25,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    25,760 miles
    Test number
    590440985198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y881 RDO

Does Y881 RDO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y881 RDO expired on 8 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y881 RDO?
The MOT on Y881 RDO expired on 8 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y881 RDO done?
Y881 RDO was recorded at 92,098 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2025, an average of 3,271 miles a year.
Has Y881 RDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 RDO has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on Y881 RDO 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 Y881 RDO find?
Y881 RDO passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front steering linkage ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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