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Vauxhall Antara

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,231 cc

L18 AHUMOT history

L18 AHU is a black diesel Vauxhall Antara first used on 16 Feb 2013. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 105,764 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2025.

L18 AHU black Vauxhall Antara – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Antara, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2026
Mileage
105,764 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2025
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 AHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Antara
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,231 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
16 Feb 2013
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 AHU was last recorded at 105,764 miles on 17 Mar 2025, 4,952 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,812 miles · 31 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
4,952 miles
Average per year
6,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,764 miles
  • 2024 – 100,812 miles
  • 2023 – 88,676 miles
  • 2022 – 75,564 miles
  • 2021 – 71,087 miles
  • 2020 – 65,174 miles
  • 2019 – 56,813 miles
  • 2018 – 52,015 miles
  • 2017 – 48,509 miles
  • 2016 – 44,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,764 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

12 tests since 15 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,764 miles (+4,952)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,764 miles
    Test number
    338807080245
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass100,812 miles (+12,136)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    100,812 miles
    Test number
    414302830900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  3. Pass88,676 miles (+13,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    88,676 miles
    Test number
    818935227144
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre close to wear indicators

  4. Pass75,564 miles (+4,477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    75,564 miles
    Test number
    370170489652
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass71,087 miles (+23)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    71,087 miles
    Test number
    138958372202
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail71,064 miles (+5,890)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,064 miles
    Test number
    187113968075
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass65,174 miles (+208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    65,174 miles
    Test number
    835379242388
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail64,966 miles (+8,153)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,966 miles
    Test number
    378144382570
    • MajorElectronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))
    • MajorFront Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative both sides (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass56,813 miles (+4,798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    56,813 miles
    Test number
    612036451767
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass52,015 miles (+3,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    52,015 miles
    Test number
    374932342630
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit AREA (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass48,509 miles (+3,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    48,509 miles
    Test number
    100307428221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass44,808 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    44,808 miles
    Test number
    826610122743
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryChild seat n/s/r

Questions about L18 AHU

Does L18 AHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 AHU expired on 16 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 AHU?
The MOT on L18 AHU expired on 16 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 AHU done?
L18 AHU was recorded at 105,764 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2025, an average of 6,710 miles a year.
Has L18 AHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 AHU has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on L18 AHU 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 L18 AHU find?
L18 AHU passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2025 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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