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Vauxhall Carlton

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 1,998 cc

L28 ABOMOT history

L28 ABO is a silver petrol Vauxhall Carlton first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT is valid until 11 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 19 MOT tests, with 124,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Mar 2027
Mileage
124,215 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
11 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,996 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 ABO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Carlton
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 ABO was last recorded at 124,215 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 Aug 2008: 87,391 miles, lower than 92,371 miles on 4 Sept 2007.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
124,214 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,996 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,215 miles
  • 2025 – 124,192 miles
  • 2023 – 116,210 miles
  • 2021 – 116,076 miles
  • 2020 – 115,268 miles
  • 2018 – 114,044 miles
  • 2011 – 112,073 miles
  • 2010 – 109,584 miles
  • 2009 – 103,983 miles
  • 2008 – 97,444 miles
  • 2007 – 92,371 miles
  • 2006 – 84,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,215 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lense cover missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake warning light onRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,215 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    124,215 miles
    Test number
    683271159385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lense cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  2. Fail124,214 miles (+22)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,214 miles
    Test number
    429078400703
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front indicator lense cover missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on
    • AdvisoryFuel filter insecure

  3. Fail124,192 miles (+7,982)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,192 miles
    Test number
    864696946448
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Body Corroded and Holed Above Wheel Arch (Under Bonnet)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Poor Parking Brake Effort
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Surface Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass116,210 miles (+134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    116,210 miles
    Test number
    257626274838
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass116,076 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    116,076 miles
    Test number
    774950466642
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail116,076 miles (+808)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,076 miles
    Test number
    349306372146
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass115,268 miles (+1,224)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    115,268 miles
    Test number
    507178737434
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn inner edges

  8. Pass114,044 miles (+1,971)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    114,044 miles
    Test number
    186152576023
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass112,073 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    112,073 miles
    Test number
    226903881281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail112,066 miles (+2,482)9 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,066 miles
    Test number
    837940681211
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteCovers fitted to outer sill not allowing full insection

  11. Pass109,584 miles (+5,601)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    109,584 miles
    Test number
    270978680265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,983 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    103,983 miles
    Test number
    540919689269
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail103,983 miles (+6,539)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,983 miles
    Test number
    623688379213
    • FailureNearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureNearside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass97,444 miles (+10,053)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    97,444 miles
    Test number
    162234598224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail87,391 miles (-4,980)1 dangerous8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,391 miles
    Test number
    311472348476
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass92,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    92,371 miles
    Test number
    384827347480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail92,371 miles (+6)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,371 miles
    Test number
    931827647236
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail92,365 miles (+7,616)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,365 miles
    Test number
    413226547253
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass84,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    84,749 miles
    Test number
    823964956114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L28 ABO

Does L28 ABO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 ABO is valid until 11 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 ABO?
The MOT on L28 ABO is valid until 11 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 ABO done?
L28 ABO was recorded at 124,215 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 1,996 miles a year.
Has L28 ABO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 ABO has failed 8 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L28 ABO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 29 Aug 2008. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L28 ABO find?
L28 ABO passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front indicator lense cover missing; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security, and 5 more.

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