2011 Vauxhall Astra 2.0L Diesel · DB61 JJB
2011 Vauxhall Astra (2.0L, diesel). First registered 27 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 126,499 miles. MOT valid until 09 Nov 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 09 Nov 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,499 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial 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.
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DB61 JJB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 23/10/2026
- 126,499 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DB61 JJB 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 2011 Vauxhall Astra (DB61 JJB) between October 2022 and October 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
DB61 JJB Mileage History
- 31/10/202280,106 mi
- 26/10/202388,267 mi+8,161 mi
- 07/11/2024101,782 mi+13,515 mi
- 23/10/2025114,563 mi+12,781 mi
- 23/10/2026126,499 mi+11,936 mi
Average of roughly 11,663 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra J
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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