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Vauxhall Astra

White · Petrol · 2012 · 1,364 cc

L40 RNGMOT history

L40 RNG is a white petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 6 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 74,343 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

L40 RNG white Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
74,343 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 RNG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
6 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 RNG was last recorded at 74,343 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,343 miles · 26 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,343 miles
  • 2025 – 73,430 miles
  • 2024 – 70,690 miles
  • 2023 – 67,365 miles
  • 2022 – 63,901 miles
  • 2021 – 59,790 miles
  • 2020 – 55,727 miles
  • 2019 – 46,196 miles
  • 2017 – 32,692 miles
  • 2016 – 15,901 miles
  • 2015 – 12,423 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,343 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,343 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    74,343 miles
    Test number
    345762208579
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail74,343 miles (+913)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,343 miles
    Test number
    849717055343
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass73,430 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    73,430 miles
    Test number
    199625481294
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail73,430 miles (+2,740)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,430 miles
    Test number
    979378389195
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass70,690 miles (+3,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    70,690 miles
    Test number
    955890722272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass67,365 miles (+3,464)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    67,365 miles
    Test number
    663967494143
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass63,901 miles (+4,111)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    63,901 miles
    Test number
    841247205432
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass59,790 miles (+4,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    59,790 miles
    Test number
    583353424294
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass55,727 miles (+9,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    55,727 miles
    Test number
    932973608050
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass46,196 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    46,196 miles
    Test number
    503338779931
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished

  11. Fail46,196 miles (+13,504)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,196 miles
    Test number
    198530756495
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass32,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    32,692 miles
    Test number
    571096704146
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener

  13. Fail32,690 miles (+8,794)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,690 miles
    Test number
    527682006789
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener

  14. Pass23,896 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    23,896 miles
    Test number
    170345120786
    • AdvisoryUn even wear on front & rear brake pads

  15. Fail23,895 miles (+7,994)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,895 miles
    Test number
    506790095838
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryUn even wear on front & rear brake pads

  16. Pass15,901 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    15,901 miles
    Test number
    619427850039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail15,871 miles (+3,448)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,871 miles
    Test number
    266152208082
    • FailureFront registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  18. Pass12,423 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    12,423 miles
    Test number
    215536715041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L40 RNG

Does L40 RNG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 RNG is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 RNG?
The MOT on L40 RNG is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 RNG done?
L40 RNG was recorded at 74,343 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 5,613 miles a year.
Has L40 RNG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 RNG has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 RNG 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 RNG find?
L40 RNG passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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