2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · FV07 NYT
2007 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 25 May 2007. Recorded mileage 129,401 miles. MOT valid until 20 May 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Lincoln
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 129,401 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- 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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FV07 NYT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 11/05/2026
- 129,401 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FV07 NYT 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 2007 Vauxhall Astra (FV07 NYT) between April 2025 and May 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment not on stops (1.1.1”; “Offside Rear Brake lever has abnormal movement of levers indicating excessive wear or maladjustment not on stops (1.1.15”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
FV07 NYT Mileage History
- 14/04/2025120,708 mi
- 23/04/2025120,729 mi+21 mi
- 22/05/2025120,828 mi+99 mi
- 29/04/2026128,740 mi+7,912 mi
- 11/05/2026129,401 mi+661 mi
Average of roughly 8,098 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Astra H
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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