2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · HJ16 EUN
2016 Vauxhall Astra (1.4L, petrol). First registered 31 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 65,848 miles. MOT valid until 04 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 65,848 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HJ16 EUN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/03/2026
- 65,848 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HJ16 EUN 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 2016 Vauxhall Astra (HJ16 EUN) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
HJ16 EUN Mileage History
- 18/03/202233,911 mi
- 04/04/202341,535 mi+7,624 mi
- 25/03/202449,037 mi+7,502 mi
- 04/04/202555,830 mi+6,793 mi
- 30/03/202665,848 mi+10,018 mi
Average of roughly 7,919 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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