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Vauxhall Astra

White · Petrol · 2009 · 1,985 cc

K55 PLUMOT history

K55 PLU is a white petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 31 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 24 Jul 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 106,964 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2025.

K55 PLU white Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Jul 2026
Mileage
106,964 mi
At MOT on 17 Jul 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,794 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K55 PLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,985 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K55 PLU was last recorded at 106,964 miles on 17 Jul 2025, 8,181 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jul 2024: 98,783 miles, lower than 127,612 miles on 23 Jun 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
98,783 miles · 25 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
8,181 miles
Average per year
4,794 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,964 miles
  • 2024 – 98,783 miles
  • 2023 – 127,612 miles
  • 2022 – 119,904 miles
  • 2020 – 119,862 miles
  • 2019 – 114,175 miles
  • 2018 – 92,437 miles
  • 2017 – 70,801 miles
  • 2016 – 49,883 miles
  • 2015 – 49,141 miles
  • 2014 – 48,436 miles
  • 2013 – 47,868 miles
  • 2012 – 46,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,964 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

15 tests since 18 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,964 miles (+8,181)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    106,964 miles
    Test number
    849944677929
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass98,783 miles (-28,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    98,783 miles
    Test number
    106605405405
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail127,612 miles (+7,708)1 dangerous3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,612 miles
    Test number
    633031441148
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass119,904 miles (+42)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    119,904 miles
    Test number
    223362001546
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  5. Pass119,862 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    119,862 miles
    Test number
    583422744654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail119,862 miles (+5,687)1 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,862 miles
    Test number
    538727155843
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass114,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,175 miles
    Test number
    428460860307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,174 miles (+21,737)2 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,174 miles
    Test number
    440591585713
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass92,437 miles (+21,636)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    92,437 miles
    Test number
    389712674614
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre inner tread low (flat spot) and perished

  10. Pass70,801 miles (+20,918)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    70,801 miles
    Test number
    817287525548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,883 miles (+742)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    49,883 miles
    Test number
    944401700027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,141 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    49,141 miles
    Test number
    255297909477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,436 miles (+568)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    48,436 miles
    Test number
    337622254372
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers smearing
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perishing/spliting on sidewalls

  14. Pass47,868 miles (+1,207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    47,868 miles
    Test number
    125752353333
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass46,661 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    46,661 miles
    Test number
    679623552351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K55 PLU

Does K55 PLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K55 PLU expired on 24 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K55 PLU?
The MOT on K55 PLU expired on 24 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K55 PLU done?
K55 PLU was recorded at 106,964 miles at its MOT on 17 Jul 2025, an average of 4,794 miles a year.
Has K55 PLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K55 PLU has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on K55 PLU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jul 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K55 PLU find?
K55 PLU passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4.

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