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Vauxhall Astra

White · Petrol · 2008 · 1,998 cc

L23 BGWMOT history

L23 BGW is a white petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 20 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 103,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

L23 BGW white Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
103,415 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,325 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 BGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 BGW was last recorded at 103,415 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 8,035 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,380 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,035 miles
Average per year
5,325 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,415 miles
  • 2025 – 95,380 miles
  • 2024 – 88,070 miles
  • 2022 – 81,289 miles
  • 2021 – 75,094 miles
  • 2020 – 73,159 miles
  • 2019 – 69,005 miles
  • 2017 – 60,390 miles
  • 2016 – 58,829 miles
  • 2015 – 44,130 miles
  • 2014 – 41,533 miles
  • 2013 – 40,360 miles
  • 2012 – 32,363 miles
  • 2011 – 22,165 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,415 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Lowered.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 12 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,415 miles (+8,035)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    103,415 miles
    Test number
    322944334721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,380 miles (+7,310)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    95,380 miles
    Test number
    898023260048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,070 miles (+6,781)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    88,070 miles
    Test number
    176751436336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass81,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,289 miles
    Test number
    728710340073
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail81,289 miles (+6,195)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,289 miles
    Test number
    487128987053
    • DangerousDriver's seat moving inadvertently (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass75,094 miles (+780)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,094 miles
    Test number
    141647482782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,314 miles (+45)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,314 miles
    Test number
    473799917949
    • AdvisoryLowered.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail74,269 miles (+1,110)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,269 miles
    Test number
    637297056412
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryLowered.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass73,159 miles (+4,154)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,159 miles
    Test number
    339719946461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,005 miles (+8,615)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,005 miles
    Test number
    654727671690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,390 miles (+1,561)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    60,390 miles
    Test number
    505596820839
    • AdvisoryEML lamp on.
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside , offside (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded nearside, offside (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass58,829 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    58,829 miles
    Test number
    621574406939
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail58,829 miles (+14,699)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,829 miles
    Test number
    283304471958
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass44,130 miles (+2,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    44,130 miles
    Test number
    878550585067
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass41,533 miles (+1,173)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    41,533 miles
    Test number
    778635034010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,360 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    40,360 miles
    Test number
    866197903094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteN/s/f strut bearing exposed

  17. Fail40,357 miles (+7,994)4 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,357 miles
    Test number
    257465403040
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteN/s/f strut bearing exposed

  18. Pass32,363 miles (+10,198)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    32,363 miles
    Test number
    778157402052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,165 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    22,165 miles
    Test number
    186862011405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 BGW

Does L23 BGW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 BGW is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 BGW?
The MOT on L23 BGW is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 BGW done?
L23 BGW was recorded at 103,415 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 5,325 miles a year.
Has L23 BGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 BGW has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L23 BGW 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 L23 BGW find?
L23 BGW passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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