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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 2007 · 1,998 cc

L16 MLUMOT history

L16 MLU is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 27 Nov 2007. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 97,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Feb 2022.

L16 MLU red Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2023
Mileage
97,735 mi
At MOT on 9 Feb 2022
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 MLU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
9 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 MLU was last recorded at 97,735 miles on 9 Feb 2022, 23,856 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,879 miles · 14 Jul 2020
Between the last two tests
23,856 miles
Average per year
7,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 97,735 miles
  • 2020 – 73,879 miles
  • 2019 – 71,176 miles
  • 2018 – 62,906 miles
  • 2017 – 56,781 miles
  • 2016 – 49,938 miles
  • 2015 – 42,593 miles
  • 2014 – 35,569 miles
  • 2013 – 29,612 miles
  • 2012 – 21,834 miles
  • 2011 – 21,732 miles
  • 2010 – 13,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,735 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,735 miles (+23,856)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    97,735 miles
    Test number
    682085000616
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass73,879 miles (+2,703)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    73,879 miles
    Test number
    752494745393
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r spring coil bound
  3. Pass71,176 miles (+8,270)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    71,176 miles
    Test number
    275884871145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,906 miles (+6,125)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    62,906 miles
    Test number
    767417372479
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine sump corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack oily
  5. Pass56,781 miles (+6,843)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    56,781 miles
    Test number
    524801318383
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edgs
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn
  6. Pass49,938 miles (+7,345)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    49,938 miles
    Test number
    146780224446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass42,593 miles (+7,024)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    42,593 miles
    Test number
    248158215161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass35,569 miles (+5,957)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    35,569 miles
    Test number
    669411084054
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  9. Pass29,612 miles (+43)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    29,612 miles
    Test number
    657701783000
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread depth below requirement of 1.6mm (outwith prescribed area) (inner edges)
  10. Fail29,569 miles (+7,735)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,569 miles
    Test number
    166388173432
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth front tyres tread depth below requirement of 1.6mm (outwith prescribed area) (inner edges)
  11. Pass21,834 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,834 miles
    Test number
    706329372050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail21,834 miles (+102)6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,834 miles
    Test number
    757619972043
    • Repaired at testExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  13. Fail21,732 miles (+8,115)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,732 miles
    Test number
    648629121359
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass13,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    13,617 miles
    Test number
    290643420316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail13,617 miles2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,617 miles
    Test number
    601713220341
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroded and slightly worn

Questions about L16 MLU

Does L16 MLU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 MLU expired on 8 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 MLU?
The MOT on L16 MLU expired on 8 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 MLU done?
L16 MLU was recorded at 97,735 miles at its MOT on 9 Feb 2022, an average of 7,494 miles a year.
Has L16 MLU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 MLU has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2013.
Has the mileage on L16 MLU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on L16 MLU find?
L16 MLU passed its latest MOT on 9 Feb 2022 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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