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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

L4 HBEMOT history

L4 HBE is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 2 Sept 2024 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 108,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Sept 2024.

L4 HBE silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Sept 2024
Mileage
108,559 mi
At MOT on 6 Sept 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L4 HBE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L4 HBE was last recorded at 108,559 miles on 6 Sept 2024, 5,332 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,227 miles · 25 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
5,332 miles
Average per year
3,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 108,559 miles
  • 2023 – 103,227 miles
  • 2022 – 97,140 miles
  • 2021 – 92,059 miles
  • 2020 – 86,332 miles
  • 2019 – 83,930 miles
  • 2018 – 80,176 miles
  • 2017 – 76,098 miles
  • 2016 – 72,528 miles
  • 2015 – 69,124 miles
  • 2014 – 66,160 miles
  • 2013 – 62,315 miles
  • 2012 – 58,096 miles
  • 2011 – 54,997 miles
  • 2010 – 51,417 miles
  • 2009 – 48,253 miles
  • 2008 – 45,167 miles
  • 2007 – 41,791 miles
  • 2006 – 37,889 miles
  • 2005 – 34,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,559 miles
  • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFuel pipe insecure fuel filler loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shocker mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 8 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,559 miles (+5,332)2 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,559 miles
    Test number
    876048102161
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both 195/60/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel pipe insecure fuel filler loose (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength top shocker mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass103,227 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    103,227 miles
    Test number
    686728978085
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres getting low (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail103,227 miles (+6,087)6 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,227 miles
    Test number
    404194869599
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Seat belt missing unable to gain access to rear belts (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres getting low (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass97,140 miles (+125)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    97,140 miles
    Test number
    617945381154
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail97,015 miles (+4,956)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,015 miles
    Test number
    270530845433
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat shield loose

  6. Pass92,059 miles (+207)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    92,059 miles
    Test number
    792533426478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail91,852 miles (+5,520)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,852 miles
    Test number
    825021836261
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass86,332 miles (+2,402)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    86,332 miles
    Test number
    750662670100
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front axle tyres wearing close to legal limit.
    • AdvisoryAdvise coil springs corroded.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass83,930 miles (+3,754)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    83,930 miles
    Test number
    673098216529
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass80,176 miles (+4,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,176 miles
    Test number
    929447774511
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass76,098 miles (+3,570)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    76,098 miles
    Test number
    409505028911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,528 miles (+3,404)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    72,528 miles
    Test number
    257139569269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,124 miles (+2,964)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    69,124 miles
    Test number
    204104894945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass66,160 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    66,160 miles
    Test number
    785064714323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail66,124 miles (+3,809)3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,124 miles
    Test number
    668969904322
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  16. Pass62,315 miles (+4,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,315 miles
    Test number
    745498703315
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass58,096 miles (+3,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    58,096 miles
    Test number
    375705302334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail54,997 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,997 miles
    Test number
    907556901372
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass54,997 miles (+3,580)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    54,997 miles
    Test number
    965476501324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    51,417 miles
    Test number
    554348700376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail51,417 miles (+3,164)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,417 miles
    Test number
    454157300463
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass48,253 miles (+3,086)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,253 miles
    Test number
    710368409394
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre is perishing

  23. Pass45,167 miles (+3,376)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    45,167 miles
    Test number
    293322518339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,791 miles (+3,902)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    41,791 miles
    Test number
    963812017393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,889 miles (+3,613)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    37,889 miles
    Test number
    774121116350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,276 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    34,276 miles
    Test number
    481772515341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L4 HBE

Does L4 HBE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L4 HBE expired on 2 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L4 HBE?
The MOT on L4 HBE expired on 2 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L4 HBE done?
L4 HBE was recorded at 108,559 miles at its MOT on 6 Sept 2024, an average of 3,945 miles a year.
Has L4 HBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L4 HBE has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L4 HBE 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 L4 HBE find?
L4 HBE failed its latest MOT on 6 Sept 2024 with 2 dangerous defects and 7 major defects: front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both 195/60/15; nearside rear tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; brake pipe excessively corroded both rear, and 6 more.

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