2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.7L Diesel · YR07 GKL
2007 Vauxhall Astra (1.7L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 2007. Recorded mileage 165,156 miles. MOT valid until 01 Dec 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 165,156 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.7L
- 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.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
YR07 GKL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 02/12/2025
- 165,156 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YR07 GKL 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 (YR07 GKL) between November 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Axle insecure Rear axle mountings badly corroded nearside /offside (5.1.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Shock absorbers likely to become detached Securing bolts to hum loose (5.3.2 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))”.
YR07 GKL Mileage History
- 16/11/2023162,396 mi
- 12/11/2024163,913 mi+1,517 mi
- 25/11/2024163,937 mi+24 mi
- 20/11/2025165,156 mi+1,219 mi
- 02/12/2025165,156 mi
Average of roughly 1,350 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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