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Chevrolet Astro

Black · Petrol · 1994 · 4,300 cc

L51 MEPMOT history

L51 MEP is a black petrol Chevrolet Astro first used on 21 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 129,908 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 May 2024
Mileage
129,908 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,184 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L51 MEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Astro
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,300 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
21 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 May 2024
Latest MOT test
9 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L51 MEP was last recorded at 129,908 miles on 9 May 2023, 2,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,930 miles · 9 May 2022
Between the last two tests
2,978 miles
Average per year
4,184 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,908 miles
  • 2022 – 126,930 miles
  • 2021 – 123,789 miles
  • 2020 – 122,364 miles
  • 2019 – 118,419 miles
  • 2018 – 113,743 miles
  • 2017 – 108,879 miles
  • 2016 – 103,324 miles
  • 2015 – 100,489 miles
  • 2014 – 97,085 miles
  • 2013 – 92,746 miles
  • 2012 – 91,730 miles
  • 2011 – 86,773 miles
  • 2010 – 81,151 miles
  • 2009 – 72,941 miles
  • 2008 – 63,446 miles
  • 2006 – 59,207 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,908 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test vehicle used as a van
  • AdvisoryAll front steering and suspension parts slight plat all need greasing
  • AdvisoryExhaust system slight blow
  • AdvisoryFuel pipes from tank perishing and cracking
  • AdvisorySlight oil leakRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • No rear seats fitted at time of test

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Slight exhaust blow

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Front to rear metal brake pipe corroded at rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rubber fuel pipe under vehicle perished and cracked not leaking at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front tyre wearing outer edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Brake pipes starting to corrode.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,908 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    129,908 miles
    Test number
    126308169433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test vehicle used as a van
    • AdvisoryAll front steering and suspension parts slight plat all need greasing
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slight blow
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes from tank perishing and cracking
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  2. Fail129,907 miles (+2,977)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,907 miles
    Test number
    432020200508
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test vehicle used as a van
    • AdvisoryAll front steering and suspension parts slight plat all need greasing
    • AdvisoryExhaust system slight blow
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes from tank perishing and cracking
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  3. Pass126,930 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2023
    Odometer
    126,930 miles
    Test number
    719196529212
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryRubber fuel pipe under vehicle perished and cracked. not leaking at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  4. Fail126,930 miles (+3,141)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,930 miles
    Test number
    770198114107
    • DangerousNearside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryRubber fuel pipe under vehicle perished and cracked. not leaking at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  5. Pass123,789 miles (+4)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    123,789 miles
    Test number
    920209490535
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipe corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryRubber fuel pipe under vehicle perished and cracked not leaking at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  6. Fail123,785 miles (+1,421)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,785 miles
    Test number
    558351419876
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from water pump
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipe corroded at rear
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryRubber fuel pipe under vehicle perished and cracked not leaking at time of test
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  7. Pass122,364 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    122,364 miles
    Test number
    958402540887
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear across axel brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryNo rear seats fitted at time of test

  8. Fail122,364 miles (+3,945)4 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,364 miles
    Test number
    302056062477
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll rear across axel brake pipes corroded

  9. Pass118,419 miles (+4,676)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    118,419 miles
    Test number
    593478740133
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe corroding . pipe is covered with outer metal cover.... (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes corroding. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat has movement but secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre starting to wear outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror damaged and tapped up.
    • AdvisorySuspension component ball joint has slight play both upper and lower joint both sides. need greasing up using grease nipples.. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perishing and starting to crack
    • AdvisorySteering linkage has movement all joints need greasing up using grease nipples...
    • AdvisoryUnder body starting to corrode.

  10. Pass113,743 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    113,743 miles
    Test number
    596057409852
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing outer edge.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryMovement in drivers seat but secure.
    • AdvisorySlight movement in steering system ie. idlers and steering bars all have been greased.
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroding needs good oil spray

  11. Fail113,740 miles (+4,861)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,740 miles
    Test number
    137893663802
    • FailureEmissions not tested very high readings blocking machine emission test stopped. (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing outer edge.
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryMovement in drivers seat but secure.

  12. Pass108,879 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    108,879 miles
    Test number
    255333333127
    • AdvisoryBattery tray corroding
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Mirror glass deteriorating but not effecting the view

  13. Fail108,879 miles (+5,555)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,879 miles
    Test number
    189306408489
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Mirror glass deteriorating but not effecting the view

  14. Pass103,324 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    103,324 miles
    Test number
    321469702707
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower ball joints slight movement may want greasing
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and cracked
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes across axel corroded
    • AdvisoryRear section of front to rear metal brake pipe corroded

  15. Fail103,323 miles (+2,834)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,323 miles
    Test number
    699422658414
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower ball joints slight movement may want greasing
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished and cracked
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryRear metal brake pipes across axel corroded
    • AdvisoryRear section of front to rear metal brake pipe corroded

  16. Pass100,489 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    100,489 miles
    Test number
    908447305114
    • NoteSlight movement in n/side rear half shaft
    • NoteUnder body starting to corrode needs good oil spray

  17. Fail100,489 miles (+3,404)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,489 miles
    Test number
    229705305119
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteSlight movement in n/side rear half shaft
    • NoteUnder body starting to corrode needs good oil spray

  18. Pass97,085 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    97,085 miles
    Test number
    559817894057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAll front steering joint dust covers slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished slightly
    • NoteSlight misting of oil from steering box

  19. Fail97,085 miles (+4,339)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,085 miles
    Test number
    585277794077
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAll front steering joint dust covers slightly deteriorated
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished slightly
    • NoteSlight misting of oil from steering box

  20. Pass92,746 miles (+4)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    92,746 miles
    Test number
    216167203413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll passenger seat have been removed for test. tested as presented
    • NoteO/side front door mirror slight damaged
    • NoteVehicle is a left hand drive import

  21. Fail92,742 miles (+1,012)6 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,742 miles
    Test number
    488952303143
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt of the wrong type. (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/side front door mirror slight damaged
    • NoteVehicle is a left hand drive import

  22. Pass91,730 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    91,730 miles
    Test number
    355222852187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail91,717 miles (+4,944)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,717 miles
    Test number
    938824442163
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass86,773 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    86,773 miles
    Test number
    728181431168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail86,773 miles (+5,622)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,773 miles
    Test number
    988391031114
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  26. Pass81,151 miles (+8,210)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    81,151 miles
    Test number
    843617930102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,941 miles (+9,495)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    72,941 miles
    Test number
    184359799416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass63,446 miles (+4,239)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    63,446 miles
    Test number
    692818578073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass59,207 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    59,207 miles
    Test number
    690566766182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L51 MEP

Does L51 MEP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L51 MEP expired on 9 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L51 MEP?
The MOT on L51 MEP expired on 9 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L51 MEP done?
L51 MEP was recorded at 129,908 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2023, an average of 4,184 miles a year.
Has L51 MEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L51 MEP has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L51 MEP 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 L51 MEP find?
L51 MEP passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2023 with 7 advisories: nearside front wheel bearing has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play; rear passenger seat(s) missing at time of test vehicle used as a van, and 4 more.

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