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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,686 cc

L18 TMEMOT history

L18 TME is a black diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 17 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 21 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 122,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

L18 TME black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Mar 2027
Mileage
122,236 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,159 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 TME
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
17 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 TME was last recorded at 122,236 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 2,522 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,714 miles · 22 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,522 miles
Average per year
5,159 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,236 miles
  • 2025 – 119,714 miles
  • 2024 – 113,869 miles
  • 2020 – 111,967 miles
  • 2018 – 104,385 miles
  • 2017 – 95,642 miles
  • 2015 – 89,992 miles
  • 2014 – 83,029 miles
  • 2013 – 76,869 miles
  • 2012 – 69,359 miles
  • 2011 – 60,070 miles
  • 2010 – 49,149 miles
  • 2009 – 38,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,236 miles
  • AdvisoryVarious front and rear suspension components slightly corroded

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.

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,236 miles (+2,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    122,236 miles
    Test number
    392263048928
    • AdvisoryVarious front and rear suspension components slightly corroded

  2. Pass119,714 miles (+5,845)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    119,714 miles
    Test number
    431098353284
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass113,869 miles (+1,902)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    113,869 miles
    Test number
    846806087739
    • 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))

  4. Pass111,967 miles (+7,582)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    111,967 miles
    Test number
    449611267684

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,385 miles (+8,743)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,385 miles
    Test number
    641197566274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,642 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    95,642 miles
    Test number
    359929148091
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail95,642 miles (+5,650)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,642 miles
    Test number
    458326976493
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass89,992 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    89,992 miles
    Test number
    829091193275
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Fail89,992 miles (+6,963)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,992 miles
    Test number
    640790927576
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass83,029 miles (+6,160)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    83,029 miles
    Test number
    935283714224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,869 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    76,869 miles
    Test number
    855530013255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail76,856 miles (+7,497)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,856 miles
    Test number
    499490013270
    • DangerousNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass69,359 miles (+9,289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    69,359 miles
    Test number
    637195712221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass60,070 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    60,070 miles
    Test number
    175233311224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail60,058 miles (+10,909)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,058 miles
    Test number
    518423011227
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Fail49,149 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,149 miles
    Test number
    584650600219
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass49,149 miles (+10,237)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,149 miles
    Test number
    873370700247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,912 miles
    Test number
    723618619238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,912 miles (+4,282)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,912 miles
    Test number
    980118419267
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  20. Pass34,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    34,630 miles
    Test number
    200130679086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 TME

Does L18 TME currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 TME is valid until 21 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 TME?
The MOT on L18 TME is valid until 21 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 TME done?
L18 TME was recorded at 122,236 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 5,159 miles a year.
Has L18 TME ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 TME has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on L18 TME 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 TME find?
L18 TME passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: various front and rear suspension components slightly corroded.

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