The road tax status for BV61 XGJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BV61 XGJ?

The MOT for BV61 XGJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 8 April 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of BV61 XGJ?

The recorded mileage for BV61 XGJ is 120,274 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BV61 XGJ ULEZ compliant?

No, BV61 XGJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Does BV61 XGJ have an outstanding safety recall?

Yes, BV61 XGJ is recorded with an outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice under official DVSA records. Vehicle manufacturers are legally required to rectify safety recalls free of charge at any authorised franchised dealership.

Official DVLA Record

Outstanding Recall

2011 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · BV61 XGJ

BV61 XGJ

2011 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 05/10/2011. Recorded mileage 120,274 miles. MOT status: Expired. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL ASTRA
Year / Origin: 2011 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Recall Notice
MOT Status: Valid until 08/04/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 120,274 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status

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Valid until 08/04/2025

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Mileage: 120,274 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2011
Engine: 1686cc

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BV61 XGJ Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
Latest MOT failed on 18/06/2025
120,274 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
20 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

✗ Outstanding recall notice

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BV61 XGJ Mileage History

01/03/2022107,886 mi
17/02/2023111,381 mi+3,495 mi
10/04/2024117,289 mi+5,908 mi
10/04/2024117,289 mi
18/06/2025120,274 mi+2,985 mi

Average of roughly 3,755 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

BV61 XGJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 12 Sept 2026, 05:36

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Vauxhall Astra (BV61 XGJ) between March 2022 and June 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 18 June 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 7 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: “Emissions unable to be completed TURBO FAULTY (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Exhaust particulate filter obviously modified (8.2.2.1 (a))”; “Nearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))”.

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