2018 Vauxhall Astra 1.6L Petrol · YR68 YPU
2018 Vauxhall Astra (1.6L, petrol). First registered 27 Sept 2018. Recorded mileage 46,427 miles. MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Sheffield
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 46,427 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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YR68 YPU Key Findings
- 6 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2026
- 46,427 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
YR68 YPU MOT History
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6 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Vauxhall Astra (YR68 YPU) between September 2021 and September 2026.
The record contains 6 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 5 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 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.
YR68 YPU Mileage History
- 03/09/202115,344 mi
- 05/09/202221,927 mi+6,583 mi
- 05/09/202327,942 mi+6,015 mi
- 04/09/202434,387 mi+6,445 mi
- 09/09/202541,001 mi+6,614 mi
- 01/09/202646,427 mi+5,426 mi
Average of roughly 6,224 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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