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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Diesel · 2008 · 1,686 cc

L16 VWCMOT history

L16 VWC is a red diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Aug 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 53,588 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

L16 VWC red Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
53,588 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,282 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 VWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Aug 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 VWC was last recorded at 53,588 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,554 miles · 8 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
3,282 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 53,588 miles
  • 2025 – 47,476 miles
  • 2023 – 43,452 miles
  • 2022 – 37,543 miles
  • 2021 – 34,757 miles
  • 2020 – 32,630 miles
  • 2019 – 30,214 miles
  • 2018 – 23,964 miles
  • 2017 – 19,341 miles
  • 2016 – 17,607 miles
  • 2015 – 16,371 miles
  • 2014 – 12,183 miles
  • 2013 – 10,004 miles
  • 2012 – 8,636 miles
  • 2011 – 5,915 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,588 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,588 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    53,588 miles
    Test number
    945910489564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail53,554 miles (+6,078)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,554 miles
    Test number
    695196968890
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass47,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    47,476 miles
    Test number
    899224437376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail47,476 miles (+4,024)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,476 miles
    Test number
    709617427982
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass43,452 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    43,452 miles
    Test number
    899085132197
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both scored inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail43,447 miles (+3,579)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,447 miles
    Test number
    127581150682
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both scored inner edge (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass39,868 miles (+2,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    39,868 miles
    Test number
    246777445846
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass37,543 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    37,543 miles
    Test number
    952971095506
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail37,543 miles (+2,786)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,543 miles
    Test number
    768097478097
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass34,757 miles (+2,127)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    34,757 miles
    Test number
    229540385631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,630 miles (+2,416)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    32,630 miles
    Test number
    363565866350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass30,214 miles (+6,250)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    30,214 miles
    Test number
    881606653472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass23,964 miles (+4,623)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    23,964 miles
    Test number
    346403460767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,341 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    19,341 miles
    Test number
    196523758822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,607 miles (+1,236)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    17,607 miles
    Test number
    240760636648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass16,371 miles (+4,188)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    16,371 miles
    Test number
    205161695148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass12,183 miles (+2,179)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    12,183 miles
    Test number
    939912404289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass10,004 miles (+1,368)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    10,004 miles
    Test number
    546239793143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass8,636 miles (+2,721)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    8,636 miles
    Test number
    379378202256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass5,915 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    5,915 miles
    Test number
    968995581143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 VWC

Does L16 VWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 VWC is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L16 VWC?
The MOT on L16 VWC is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 VWC done?
L16 VWC was recorded at 53,588 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 3,282 miles a year.
Has L16 VWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 VWC has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L16 VWC 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 VWC find?
L16 VWC passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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