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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y905 MHUMOT history

Y905 MHU is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 31 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 132,657 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

Y905 MHU red Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Jul 2026
Mileage
132,657 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y905 MHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y905 MHU was last recorded at 132,657 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 20,053 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,604 miles · 20 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
20,053 miles
Average per year
5,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,657 miles
  • 2021 – 112,604 miles
  • 2020 – 110,280 miles
  • 2019 – 106,245 miles
  • 2018 – 101,522 miles
  • 2017 – 96,944 miles
  • 2016 – 92,431 miles
  • 2015 – 88,155 miles
  • 2014 – 81,346 miles
  • 2013 – 74,130 miles
  • 2012 – 66,825 miles
  • 2011 – 58,543 miles
  • 2010 – 49,151 miles
  • 2009 – 40,180 miles
  • 2008 – 31,865 miles
  • 2007 – 24,643 miles
  • 2006 – 19,400 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,657 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front - chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front - chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryDrivers seat base worn
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Axel beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axel beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Axel beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axel beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,657 miles4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,657 miles
    Test number
    152371650671
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front - chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front - chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat base worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Axel beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axel beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced Axel beam (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Axel beam (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. PassMileage not read9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    469406178863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    947017024048
    • AdvisoryEML Light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read2 dangerous11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    162337424488
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEML Light illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    316023961157
    • AdvisoryEml light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    889472023281
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. FailMileage not read1 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    126261027449
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat with a defective structure (6.2.5 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened top mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass112,604 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    112,604 miles
    Test number
    667069731395
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPrinter failure - unable to provide test result certificate
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear coil springs

  9. Fail112,600 miles (+2,320)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,600 miles
    Test number
    388813392054
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPrinter failure - unable to provide test result certificate
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear coil springs

  10. Pass110,280 miles (+4,035)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    110,280 miles
    Test number
    867606287493
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s and n/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass106,245 miles (+4,723)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    106,245 miles
    Test number
    244049549632
    • AdvisoryHeadlight images poor
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear axle mounting brackets corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear footbrake low
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear metal pipes into rear flexis corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front drop link bar dust cover split
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  12. Pass101,522 miles (+4,578)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,522 miles
    Test number
    735752379651
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front to rear metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front tyres worn
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear axle mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside door mirror broken
    • AdvisoryOffside front link bar dust cover split
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and joint leaking and corroded
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  13. Pass96,944 miles (+4,513)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    96,944 miles
    Test number
    979612318239
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear axle mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres worn
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres worn
    • AdvisoryOffside front drop link bar dust cover split
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box and joint leaking
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  14. Pass92,431 miles (+4,276)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    92,431 miles
    Test number
    598805221271
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear axle mountings corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear tyres inner edges worn low
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front drop link bar dust cover split
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper blade split
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box corroded and leaking
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  15. Pass88,155 miles (+6,809)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,155 miles
    Test number
    476182285153
    • NoteNearside and offside front metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteNearside and offside headlights poor images
    • NoteNearside and offside rear axle mounts corroded
    • NoteOffside front drop link bar dust cover split
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  16. Pass81,346 miles (+7,216)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    81,346 miles
    Test number
    626573584129
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  17. Pass74,130 miles (+7,305)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    74,130 miles
    Test number
    237913483172
    • NoteNearside and offside rear tyres inner edges worn
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyres inner edges worn
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  18. Pass66,825 miles (+8,282)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    66,825 miles
    Test number
    329885682148
    • NoteCentre to rear exhaust joint rusty
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty

  19. Pass58,543 miles (+9,392)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    58,543 miles
    Test number
    105272281150
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  20. Pass49,151 miles (+8,971)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,151 miles
    Test number
    202254570429
    • NoteRear exhaust box rusty
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  21. Pass40,180 miles (+8,315)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,180 miles
    Test number
    293391399194
    • 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)
    • NoteSill covers fitted to outter sills

  22. Pass31,865 miles (+7,222)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,865 miles
    Test number
    432631498101
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass24,643 miles (+5,243)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    24,643 miles
    Test number
    331250397186
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass19,400 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    19,400 miles
    Test number
    304234886121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y905 MHU

Does Y905 MHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y905 MHU expired on 19 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y905 MHU?
The MOT on Y905 MHU expired on 19 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y905 MHU done?
Y905 MHU was recorded at 132,657 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 5,650 miles a year.
Has Y905 MHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y905 MHU has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y905 MHU 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 Y905 MHU find?
Y905 MHU failed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 4 major defects and 9 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; nearside front subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front - chassis; offside front subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength front - chassis, and 10 more.

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