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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Petrol · 2015 · 1,398 cc

L40 MSXMOT history

L40 MSX is a black petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 28 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 7 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 91,717 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

L40 MSX black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Oct 2027
Mileage
91,717 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,796 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 MSX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
28 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 MSX was last recorded at 91,717 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 9,034 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
82,683 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,034 miles
Average per year
8,796 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,717 miles
  • 2025 – 82,683 miles
  • 2024 – 72,789 miles
  • 2023 – 63,054 miles
  • 2022 – 53,721 miles
  • 2021 – 44,855 miles
  • 2020 – 36,934 miles
  • 2019 – 30,431 miles
  • 2018 – 21,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,717 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 26 Sept 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,717 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    91,717 miles
    Test number
    241396889994
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  2. Fail91,717 miles (+9,034)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,717 miles
    Test number
    848380253625
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  3. Pass82,683 miles (+9,894)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,683 miles
    Test number
    609403126238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass72,789 miles (+9,735)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    72,789 miles
    Test number
    396882351926
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass63,054 miles (+9,333)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    63,054 miles
    Test number
    215724021138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,721 miles (+8,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    53,721 miles
    Test number
    418797136448
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded at front flexi
  7. Pass44,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    44,855 miles
    Test number
    936304958029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail44,855 miles (+7,921)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,855 miles
    Test number
    405024171103
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
  9. Pass36,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    36,934 miles
    Test number
    336104942134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail36,934 miles (+6,503)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,934 miles
    Test number
    513391909187
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass30,431 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    30,431 miles
    Test number
    783820669580
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  12. Fail30,431 miles (+9,370)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,431 miles
    Test number
    486520032745
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  13. Pass21,061 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    21,061 miles
    Test number
    648535771789
    • AdvisoryCentral Front exhaust at flexi deteriated not leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L40 MSX

Does L40 MSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 MSX is valid until 7 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 MSX?
The MOT on L40 MSX is valid until 7 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 MSX done?
L40 MSX was recorded at 91,717 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 8,796 miles a year.
Has L40 MSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 MSX has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 MSX 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 L40 MSX find?
L40 MSX passed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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