2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · NH07 YYM
2007 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2007. MOT expired on 02 Mar 2023. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Mar 2023
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (20 Sept 2022)
- Recorded Mileage
- —
- 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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NH07 YYM Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 12/02/2022
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NH07 YYM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Vauxhall Astra (NH07 YYM) between February 2022 and February 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 12 February 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
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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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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise extreme caution. The absence of
The primary concern is the gap in MOT history from 2022 to 2026. You must verify why the vehicle has not been tested and check for signs of deterioration caused by long-term storage, such as seized brakes or perished tyres. Ensure you see a valid current MOT certificate before proceeding with any purchase.
Negotiate heavily based on the likely need for a full mechanical overhaul. Check for a comprehensive service history for the 1.6L petrol engine to ensure basic maintenance was performed prior to the vehicle's apparent period of inactivity.
The 1.6L petrol engine is a standard unit for this era, offering moderate fuel economy, though it will be less efficient than modern equivalents. Insurance groups for the 2007 Astra are generally low, and road tax is based on the vehicle's CO2 emissions from 2007.
Maintenance costs for this model are typically manageable due to the abundance of parts, but the age of the car means wear-and-tear items will likely need frequent replacement. Total annual running costs, including fuel, tax, and insurance, are estimated to be moderate.
Pay close attention to the parking brake, as the vehicle failed on parking brake efficiency in February 2022. Check all exterior lighting, specifically the nearside front position lamp and the offside rear registration plate lamp, which were both noted as faults in the last recorded test.
In line with aggregate data for this model, inspect the headlamps for clouding and check the tyre tread and sidewall condition. Given the potential for the car to have been stationary, check for fluid leaks and the condition of the battery.
This black 2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.6 petrol features a sparse MOT history, with the last recorded test occurring over four years ago in February 2022. That final test resulted in a failure due to parking brake efficiency and lighting faults before eventually passing. Given the age of the vehicle and the significant gap in its testing history, its current mechanical state is unknown.
The Astra has a 78% average MOT pass rate across nearly 800,000 vehicles, with headlamps and tyres being the most frequent failure points.
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