2018 Vauxhall Astra 1.4L Petrol · KA18 TAN
2018 Vauxhall Astra (1.4L, petrol). First registered 16 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 57,015 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 57,015 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KA18 TAN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/06/2026
- 57,015 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (7 mentions)
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KA18 TAN 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 (KA18 TAN) between March 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 13 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
KA18 TAN Mileage History
- 14/03/202239,779 mi
- 25/04/202345,892 mi+6,113 mi
- 19/04/202450,048 mi+4,156 mi
- 06/05/202553,076 mi+3,028 mi
- 17/06/202657,015 mi+3,939 mi
Average of roughly 4,046 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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