
Vauxhall Astra
Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc
L23 DGCMOT history
L23 DGC is a black petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 100,177 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2023.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 6 Oct 2023
- Mileage
- 100,177 mi
- At MOT on 13 Nov 2023
- MOT tests
- 17
- 13 passed · 4 failed
- Per year
- 6,618 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L23 DGC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Vauxhall
- Model
- Astra
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,796 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2008
- First used
- 28 Mar 2008
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 6 Oct 2023
- Latest MOT test
- 13 Nov 2023 (Fail)
Mileage history
L23 DGC was last recorded at 100,177 miles on 13 Nov 2023, 3,708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2022.
- Previous MOT
- 96,469 miles · 7 Oct 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 3,708 miles
- Average per year
- 6,618 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 100,177 miles
- 2022 – 96,469 miles
- 2021 – 95,965 miles
- 2020 – 90,973 miles
- 2019 – 84,388 miles
- 2018 – 80,731 miles
- 2017 – 77,345 miles
- 2016 – 73,995 miles
- 2015 – 69,412 miles
- 2014 – 62,576 miles
- 2013 – 54,103 miles
- 2012 – 32,179 miles
- 2011 – 16,503 miles
What the latest MOT found
- DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded rears (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorElectronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear axle corroded
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.
Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022
Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022
Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015
Full MOT history
17 tests since 23 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail100,177 miles (+3,708)1 dangerous7 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,177 miles
- Test number
- 552155780983
- DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded rears (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorElectronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear axle corroded
Pass96,469 miles (+504)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 96,469 miles
- Test number
- 353013318564
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across axle (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass95,965 miles (+4,992)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Sept 2022
- Odometer
- 95,965 miles
- Test number
- 819737935240
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
Pass90,973 miles (+6,585)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 90,973 miles
- Test number
- 357727802447
- AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
Pass84,388 miles (+3,657)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 84,388 miles
- Test number
- 596114643113
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass80,731 miles (+3,386)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 80,731 miles
- Test number
- 204105281731
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass77,345 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 77,345 miles
- Test number
- 213168806960
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOff side front tyre wearing on edges
- AdvisorySlight up/down lift rear shock absoreres
Fail77,345 miles (+3,350)1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 77,345 miles
- Test number
- 558154476647
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryOff side front tyre wearing on edges
- AdvisorySlight up/down lift rear shock absoreres
Pass73,995 miles (+4,583)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2017
- Odometer
- 73,995 miles
- Test number
- 863517556552
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass69,412 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Nov 2016
- Odometer
- 69,412 miles
- Test number
- 564122252049
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases where mid section joins front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted + lipped (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted stoping inspection off seat belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail69,412 miles (+6,836)1 failure6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 69,412 miles
- Test number
- 608535974234
- FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases where mid section joins front flexi pipe (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted + lipped (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted stoping inspection off seat belt
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass62,576 miles (+8,473)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 62,576 miles
- Test number
- 277169204392
- AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Pass54,103 miles (+18,656)
- MOT expiry
- 6 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 54,103 miles
- Test number
- 717821613372
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass35,447 miles (+3,268)
- MOT expiry
- 4 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 35,447 miles
- Test number
- 257216483185
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,179 miles (+15,676)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2013
- Odometer
- 32,179 miles
- Test number
- 696180282051
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass16,503 miles
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2012
- Odometer
- 16,503 miles
- Test number
- 336762481053
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail16,503 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 16,503 miles
- Test number
- 406122481060
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
Questions about L23 DGC
- Does L23 DGC currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L23 DGC expired on 6 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L23 DGC?
- The MOT on L23 DGC expired on 6 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L23 DGC done?
- L23 DGC was recorded at 100,177 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2023, an average of 6,618 miles a year.
- Has L23 DGC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L23 DGC has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
- Has the mileage on L23 DGC 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 DGC find?
- L23 DGC failed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 2 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake pipe excessively corroded rears, and 7 more.
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