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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 2009 · 1,998 cc

L31 LSEMOT history

L31 LSE is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 29 Apr 2009. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 120,610 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2025.

L31 LSE red Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2026
Mileage
120,610 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2025
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,101 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 LSE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 LSE was last recorded at 120,610 miles on 25 Mar 2025, 12,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,085 miles · 28 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
12,525 miles
Average per year
8,101 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,610 miles
  • 2024 – 108,085 miles
  • 2022 – 100,238 miles
  • 2021 – 90,672 miles
  • 2020 – 80,346 miles
  • 2019 – 75,729 miles
  • 2018 – 64,196 miles
  • 2017 – 57,775 miles
  • 2016 – 49,766 miles
  • 2015 – 34,882 miles
  • 2014 – 24,189 miles
  • 2013 – 20,612 miles
  • 2012 – 15,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,610 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,610 miles (+12,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    120,610 miles
    Test number
    446899101356
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass108,085 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    108,085 miles
    Test number
    227899408533
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySmokey on start up and accelleration
  3. Fail108,085 miles (+7,847)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,085 miles
    Test number
    384667017644
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySmokey on start up and accelleration
  4. Pass100,238 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    100,238 miles
    Test number
    674200291955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail100,235 miles (+125)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,235 miles
    Test number
    692269072656
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  6. Fail100,110 miles (+9,438)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,110 miles
    Test number
    213618583245
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle uneven application (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass90,672 miles (+110)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    90,672 miles
    Test number
    264978216283
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Fail90,562 miles (+10,216)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,562 miles
    Test number
    937312901058
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  9. Pass80,346 miles (+4,617)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    80,346 miles
    Test number
    906243828316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass75,729 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    143782040210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,729 miles (+11,533)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,729 miles
    Test number
    580372257786
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  12. Pass64,196 miles (+6,421)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    64,196 miles
    Test number
    938869358917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass57,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,775 miles
    Test number
    377600837337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail57,775 miles (+8,009)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,775 miles
    Test number
    984496099688
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  15. Pass49,766 miles (+14,884)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    49,766 miles
    Test number
    600744687321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,882 miles (+10,693)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    34,882 miles
    Test number
    725454665099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,189 miles (+3,577)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    24,189 miles
    Test number
    435352274038
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSide skirts fitted
  18. Pass20,612 miles (+4,649)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    20,612 miles
    Test number
    306887313182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass15,963 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    15,963 miles
    Test number
    739645912169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L31 LSE

Does L31 LSE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L31 LSE expired on 27 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L31 LSE?
The MOT on L31 LSE expired on 27 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L31 LSE done?
L31 LSE was recorded at 120,610 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2025, an average of 8,101 miles a year.
Has L31 LSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 LSE has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L31 LSE 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 L31 LSE find?
L31 LSE passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2025 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded both sides.

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