2018 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Diesel · AD18 GJV
2018 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, diesel). First registered 09 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 93,526 miles. MOT valid until 11 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 93,526 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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AD18 GJV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/06/2026
- 93,526 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
AD18 GJV 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 2018 Vauxhall Astra (AD18 GJV) between February 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
AD18 GJV Mileage History
- 18/02/202252,603 mi
- 23/02/202372,079 mi+19,476 mi
- 26/02/202481,882 mi+9,803 mi
- 13/06/202587,839 mi+5,957 mi
- 08/06/202693,526 mi+5,687 mi
Average of roughly 9,515 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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