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Vauxhall Astra

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y889 HFCMOT history

Y889 HFC is a green petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 31 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Apr 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 97,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2023.

Y889 HFC green Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Apr 2023
Mileage
97,791 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y889 HFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y889 HFC was last recorded at 97,791 miles on 24 Mar 2023, 4,672 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,119 miles · 16 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
4,672 miles
Average per year
4,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 97,791 miles
  • 2022 – 93,119 miles
  • 2021 – 87,973 miles
  • 2020 – 84,422 miles
  • 2019 – 79,224 miles
  • 2018 – 74,317 miles
  • 2017 – 69,546 miles
  • 2016 – 64,322 miles
  • 2015 – 60,202 miles
  • 2014 – 55,973 miles
  • 2013 – 51,589 miles
  • 2012 – 47,224 miles
  • 2011 – 42,501 miles
  • 2010 – 38,560 miles
  • 2009 – 34,573 miles
  • 2008 – 30,281 miles
  • 2007 – 25,559 miles
  • 2006 – 21,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail97,791 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2021

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Corrosion to some suspension components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Os rear view mirror glass loose

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail97,791 miles (+4,672)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,791 miles
    Test number
    493971735220
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass93,119 miles (+5,146)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    93,119 miles
    Test number
    660873801302
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body and suspension corrosion

  3. Pass87,973 miles (+62)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    87,973 miles
    Test number
    853067157976
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  4. Fail87,911 miles (+3,489)2 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,911 miles
    Test number
    284624344089
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak rear box and front pipe excessive leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front wiper blades worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  5. Pass84,422 miles (+5,198)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    84,422 miles
    Test number
    169824774684
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi joint slight blow
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass79,224 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    79,224 miles
    Test number
    912049078934
    • AdvisoryBlow audible at front flexi section
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded, some hidden
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to some suspension components
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre badly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOs rear view mirror glass loose
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre badly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre worn on inner edge

  7. Fail79,224 miles (+4,907)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,224 miles
    Test number
    777274128357
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBlow audible at front flexi section
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes corroded, some hidden
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to some suspension components
    • AdvisoryEngine noisy
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre badly worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOs rear view mirror glass loose
    • AdvisoryOsf tyre badly worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOsr tyre worn on inner edge

  8. Pass74,317 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    74,317 miles
    Test number
    289154154618
    • AdvisoryBrake compensator arm stiff
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes at both sides front & at rear corroded badly
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust heavy in places
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to some suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At flexi section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine suspect worn camshaft
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak No oil in engine & sludge build up evident
    • AdvisoryOs rear view mirror glass loose

  9. Fail74,317 miles (+4,771)3 failures2 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,317 miles
    Test number
    992360419364
    • FailureEmissions not tested Due to blowing exhaust (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Split (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake compensator arm stiff
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes at both sides front & at rear corroded badly
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust heavy in places
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to some suspension components
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At flexi section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNoise from engine suspect worn camshaft
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak No oil in engine & sludge build up evident
    • AdvisoryOs rear view mirror glass loose

  10. Pass69,546 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    69,546 miles
    Test number
    945716294311
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front & at rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust

  11. Fail69,545 miles (+5,223)5 failures2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,545 miles
    Test number
    966635792843
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm badly worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp goes out when brake applied (1.1.A.3f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front & at rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to exhaust

  12. Pass64,322 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,322 miles
    Test number
    915281180416
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  13. Fail64,322 miles (+4,120)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,322 miles
    Test number
    854131843696
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  14. Pass60,202 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,202 miles
    Test number
    865259285097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  15. Fail60,202 miles (+4,229)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,202 miles
    Test number
    176779285459
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Pass55,973 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    55,973 miles
    Test number
    865018494025
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Fail55,973 miles (+4,384)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,973 miles
    Test number
    108748794091
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEmissions not carried out due to missing rear silencer

  18. Fail51,589 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,589 miles
    Test number
    156769193470
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass51,589 miles (+4,365)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,589 miles
    Test number
    169719993066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass47,224 miles (+4,723)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,224 miles
    Test number
    785800882051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,501 miles (+3,941)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    42,501 miles
    Test number
    959221981019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,560 miles (+3,987)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    38,560 miles
    Test number
    560468970027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,573 miles (+4,292)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    34,573 miles
    Test number
    910456889017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,281 miles (+4,722)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    30,281 miles
    Test number
    541177578081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,559 miles (+3,946)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,559 miles
    Test number
    712732677059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    21,613 miles
    Test number
    262243886083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y889 HFC

Does Y889 HFC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y889 HFC expired on 9 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y889 HFC?
The MOT on Y889 HFC expired on 9 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y889 HFC done?
Y889 HFC was recorded at 97,791 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2023, an average of 4,481 miles a year.
Has Y889 HFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y889 HFC has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on Y889 HFC 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 Y889 HFC find?
Y889 HFC failed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2023 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; offside front position lamp not working; rear exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 11 more.

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