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Vauxhall Astra

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,686 cc

L20 ELGMOT history

L20 ELG is a grey diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 4 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 156,057 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2024.

L20 ELG grey Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Oct 2025
Mileage
156,057 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 ELG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 ELG was last recorded at 156,057 miles on 4 Oct 2024, 7,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,859 miles · 4 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
7,198 miles
Average per year
7,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 156,057 miles
  • 2023 – 148,859 miles
  • 2022 – 144,813 miles
  • 2021 – 142,627 miles
  • 2020 – 140,016 miles
  • 2019 – 136,800 miles
  • 2018 – 130,149 miles
  • 2017 – 115,794 miles
  • 2016 – 106,829 miles
  • 2015 – 99,311 miles
  • 2014 – 91,878 miles
  • 2013 – 83,426 miles
  • 2012 – 75,235 miles
  • 2011 – 70,471 miles
  • 2010 – 57,565 miles
  • 2009 – 48,389 miles
  • 2008 – 39,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,057 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,057 miles (+7,198)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    156,057 miles
    Test number
    151520656221
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass148,859 miles (+4,046)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    148,859 miles
    Test number
    891025200809
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass144,813 miles (+2,186)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    144,813 miles
    Test number
    309432187920
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension very slight corrosion

  4. Pass142,627 miles (+2,611)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,627 miles
    Test number
    605760792828
    • AdvisoryFront Corrosion showing under both front wheel aches but suspension.
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Please note corrosion showing around rear suspension.
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Plastic cover. (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass140,016 miles (+3,216)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    140,016 miles
    Test number
    813501818782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    136,800 miles
    Test number
    774913127683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail136,800 miles (+6,651)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,800 miles
    Test number
    618244352584
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass130,149 miles (+14,355)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    130,149 miles
    Test number
    480054672181
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush wishbone rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass115,794 miles (+8,965)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    115,794 miles
    Test number
    362638616351
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass106,829 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    106,829 miles
    Test number
    732032257098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail106,829 miles (+7,518)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,829 miles
    Test number
    566132946248
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  12. Pass99,311 miles (+7,433)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    99,311 miles
    Test number
    377747185003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,878 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    91,878 miles
    Test number
    235545584061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail91,854 miles (+8,428)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,854 miles
    Test number
    338433684037
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass83,426 miles (+8,191)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    83,426 miles
    Test number
    995908373098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,235 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    75,235 miles
    Test number
    829609502180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail75,233 miles (+4,762)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,233 miles
    Test number
    918247102132
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass70,471 miles (+402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    70,471 miles
    Test number
    636560501365
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail70,069 miles (+12,504)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,069 miles
    Test number
    985671591216
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass57,565 miles (+9,176)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    57,565 miles
    Test number
    570205190203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    48,389 miles
    Test number
    571321899159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail48,389 miles (+9,345)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,389 miles
    Test number
    824739389133
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass39,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,044 miles
    Test number
    733255488173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 ELG

Does L20 ELG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L20 ELG expired on 3 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L20 ELG?
The MOT on L20 ELG expired on 3 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L20 ELG done?
L20 ELG was recorded at 156,057 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2024, an average of 7,199 miles a year.
Has L20 ELG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 ELG has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2019.
Has the mileage on L20 ELG 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 L20 ELG find?
L20 ELG passed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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