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Vauxhall Adam

Black · Petrol · 2017 · 1,229 cc

L23 ESNMOT history

L23 ESN is a black petrol Vauxhall Adam first used on 11 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 14 MOT tests, with 41,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

L23 ESN black Vauxhall Adam – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Adam, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
41,309 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
14
7 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,716 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 ESN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Adam
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
11 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 ESN was last recorded at 41,309 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,308 miles · 2 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,716 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,309 miles
  • 2025 – 37,948 miles
  • 2024 – 34,864 miles
  • 2023 – 31,928 miles
  • 2022 – 27,276 miles
  • 2021 – 22,814 miles
  • 2020 – 19,070 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,309 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 8 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,309 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    41,309 miles
    Test number
    937276522764
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail41,308 miles (+3,360)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,308 miles
    Test number
    242347543785
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass37,948 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    37,948 miles
    Test number
    425219821248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail37,948 miles (+3,084)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,948 miles
    Test number
    730488815873
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass34,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    34,864 miles
    Test number
    969571194054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail34,863 miles (+2,935)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,863 miles
    Test number
    399721197040
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass31,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    31,928 miles
    Test number
    126863678496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail31,928 miles (+4,652)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,928 miles
    Test number
    397229796880
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass27,276 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    27,276 miles
    Test number
    227548887825
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail27,274 miles (+4,460)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,274 miles
    Test number
    562005598431
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass22,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    22,814 miles
    Test number
    207782486257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail22,814 miles (+3,744)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,814 miles
    Test number
    192746950827
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing and cracking on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass19,070 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    19,070 miles
    Test number
    500775461904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail19,070 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,070 miles
    Test number
    472271521508
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about L23 ESN

Does L23 ESN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 ESN is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 ESN?
The MOT on L23 ESN is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 ESN done?
L23 ESN was recorded at 41,309 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 3,716 miles a year.
Has L23 ESN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 ESN has failed 7 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 ESN 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 ESN find?
L23 ESN passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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