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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,998 cc

L20 VXRMOT history

L20 VXR is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 23 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 181,403 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

L20 VXR blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
181,403 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,149 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 VXR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 VXR was last recorded at 181,403 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 2,240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,163 miles · 23 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,240 miles
Average per year
8,149 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,403 miles
  • 2025 – 179,163 miles
  • 2024 – 177,257 miles
  • 2023 – 175,458 miles
  • 2022 – 167,677 miles
  • 2021 – 155,847 miles
  • 2020 – 146,924 miles
  • 2019 – 140,388 miles
  • 2018 – 129,763 miles
  • 2017 – 124,080 miles
  • 2016 – 112,298 miles
  • 2015 – 101,658 miles
  • 2014 – 92,198 miles
  • 2013 – 82,276 miles
  • 2012 – 71,701 miles
  • 2011 – 60,983 miles
  • 2010 – 50,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,403 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    181,403 miles
    Test number
    731661430823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail181,403 miles (+2,240)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,403 miles
    Test number
    484336191166
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass179,163 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    179,163 miles
    Test number
    429756646900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail179,163 miles (+1,906)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,163 miles
    Test number
    816813987788
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  5. Pass177,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    177,257 miles
    Test number
    454168205391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail177,257 miles (+1,799)2 major2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,257 miles
    Test number
    137526143514
    • MajorBrake pipe likely to become detached or damaged both front to rear (1.1.11 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure both front to rear (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust heat shield insecure
  7. Pass175,458 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    175,458 miles
    Test number
    926627286956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail175,455 miles (+7,778)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,455 miles
    Test number
    464855472234
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded rear hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  9. Pass167,677 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,677 miles
    Test number
    750855597430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Fail167,677 miles (+11,830)1 major3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,677 miles
    Test number
    570283085110
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass155,847 miles (+8,923)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    155,847 miles
    Test number
    875311860665
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass146,924 miles (+6,536)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    146,924 miles
    Test number
    382550228546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass140,388 miles (+10,625)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    140,388 miles
    Test number
    914810338658
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement beam bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass129,763 miles (+5,683)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    129,763 miles
    Test number
    693870886397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass124,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    124,080 miles
    Test number
    309184430006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail124,080 miles (+11,782)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,080 miles
    Test number
    130393400122
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
  17. Pass112,298 miles (+10,640)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    112,298 miles
    Test number
    488917287497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass101,658 miles (+9,460)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    101,658 miles
    Test number
    294595634823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,198 miles (+9,922)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    92,198 miles
    Test number
    299484094272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass82,276 miles (+10,575)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    82,276 miles
    Test number
    656324193247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass71,701 miles (+10,718)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,701 miles
    Test number
    375048472260
    • NoteOff side front wheel inner edge welded
  22. Pass60,983 miles (+10,431)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,983 miles
    Test number
    239508171295
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing edges
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn inner edge getting low
  23. Pass50,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    50,552 miles
    Test number
    293665370292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L20 VXR

Does L20 VXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 VXR is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 VXR?
The MOT on L20 VXR is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 VXR done?
L20 VXR was recorded at 181,403 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 8,149 miles a year.
Has L20 VXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 VXR has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 VXR 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 VXR find?
L20 VXR passed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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