No, W494 HCD is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for W494 HCD?

The MOT for W494 HCD is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 January 2017.

What is the recorded mileage of W494 HCD?

The recorded mileage for W494 HCD is 86,940 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is W494 HCD ULEZ compliant?

No, W494 HCD does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2000 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · W494 HCD

W494 HCD

2000 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/04/2000. Recorded mileage 86,940 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2000 · Exeter
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 05/01/2017
Road Tax: Untaxed (16/01/2017)
Recorded Mileage: 86,940 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 05/01/2017

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 16/01/2017

Mileage: 86,940 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2000
Engine: 1598cc

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W494 HCD Key Findings

18 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 06/01/2016
86,940 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (18 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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W494 HCD Mileage History

23/01/200632,482 mi
23/01/200632,482 mi
04/01/200737,209 mi+4,727 mi
14/01/200842,687 mi+5,478 mi
14/01/200842,687 mi
22/01/200948,427 mi+5,740 mi
22/01/200948,427 mi
08/01/201053,294 mi+4,867 mi
20/01/201159,796 mi+6,502 mi
16/01/201266,956 mi+7,160 mi
23/01/201267,048 mi+92 mi
05/01/201373,462 mi+6,414 mi
01/02/201478,137 mi+4,675 mi
01/02/201478,137 mi
31/01/201581,068 mi+2,931 mi
07/02/201581,072 mi+4 mi
06/01/201686,940 mi+5,868 mi
06/01/201686,940 mi

Average of roughly 5,472 miles per year across 18 recorded odometer readings.

W494 HCD MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 04:51

MOT Analysis

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18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Vauxhall Astra (W494 HCD) between January 2006 and January 2016.

The record contains 11 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 06 January 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (18 issues), Brakes (13 issues), Tyres (8 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 25 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: “Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)”; “coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”; “Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)”.

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