2000 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · V491 GBF
2000 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 16 Jan 2000. Recorded mileage 199,110 miles. MOT valid until 05 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 199,110 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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V491 GBF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/02/2026
- 199,110 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring exhaust & emissions items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
V491 GBF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Vauxhall Astra (V491 GBF) between January 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.
V491 GBF Mileage History
- 25/01/2023183,242 mi
- 15/01/2024189,914 mi+6,672 mi
- 18/01/2024190,003 mi+89 mi
- 16/01/2025193,152 mi+3,149 mi
- 06/02/2026199,110 mi+5,958 mi
Average of roughly 5,232 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra G
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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- Rear Axle Beam and Sill CorrosionSerious
Rust around the rear axle beam, spring seats, sills and floor edges is one of the biggest reasons Astra Gs disappear from the road.
- ECU and Wiring Water-Ingress FaultsModerate
Blocked scuttle drains and ageing connectors can upset the ECU and engine-bay wiring, causing poor running, non-starts or random warning lights.
- ABS Sensor and Module FaultsModerate
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