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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 1,598 cc

L53 MROMOT history

L53 MRO is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 13 Jun 1994. Its MOT expired on 14 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 158,699 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Nov 2022
Mileage
158,699 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2022
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,686 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L53 MRO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
13 Jun 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

L53 MRO was last recorded at 158,699 miles on 19 Dec 2022, 5,871 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,828 miles · 15 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
5,871 miles
Average per year
4,686 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 158,699 miles
  • 2021 – 152,828 miles
  • 2020 – 152,128 miles
  • 2019 – 150,510 miles
  • 2018 – 148,228 miles
  • 2017 – 143,739 miles
  • 2016 – 138,990 miles
  • 2015 – 134,535 miles
  • 2014 – 129,633 miles
  • 2013 – 123,879 miles
  • 2012 – 118,845 miles
  • 2011 – 113,080 miles
  • 2010 – 108,286 miles
  • 2009 – 103,439 miles
  • 2008 – 96,336 miles
  • 2007 – 88,763 miles
  • 2006 – 81,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail158,699 miles
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CENTRE SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR CORNER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail158,699 miles (+5,871)6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,699 miles
    Test number
    602922407842
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CENTRE SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR CORNER (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass152,828 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    152,828 miles
    Test number
    607051206973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Strut top mount cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut top mount cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Fail152,816 miles (+688)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,816 miles
    Test number
    125303468518
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Strut top mount cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper strut top mount cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,128 miles (+1,618)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    152,128 miles
    Test number
    972097229317
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front strut top mounting starting to crack
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front strut top mounting starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass150,510 miles (+9)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    150,510 miles
    Test number
    838142192897
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail150,501 miles (+2,273)1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,501 miles
    Test number
    511843552475
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass148,228 miles (+4,489)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    148,228 miles
    Test number
    521385500470
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Spring mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass143,739 miles (+4,749)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    143,739 miles
    Test number
    982008379264
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass138,990 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    138,990 miles
    Test number
    195920544692
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  10. Fail138,990 miles (+4,455)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,990 miles
    Test number
    517605502045
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  11. Pass134,535 miles (+4,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    134,535 miles
    Test number
    477090985102
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  12. Pass129,633 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    129,633 miles
    Test number
    229262784479
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres out of shape

  13. Fail129,633 miles (+5,754)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,633 miles
    Test number
    658732284133
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres out of shape

  14. Pass123,879 miles (+5,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    123,879 miles
    Test number
    935826383168
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass118,845 miles (+5,765)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    118,845 miles
    Test number
    299896482485
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass113,080 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    113,080 miles
    Test number
    958785381152
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Fail113,080 miles (+4,794)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,080 miles
    Test number
    258005581400
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass108,286 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    108,286 miles
    Test number
    772670690185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  19. Fail108,286 miles (+4,847)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,286 miles
    Test number
    780990090152
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

  20. Pass103,439 miles (+7,103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    103,439 miles
    Test number
    864794489164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass96,336 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    96,336 miles
    Test number
    261844988152
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear tyre walls starting to crack n/s and o/s

  22. Fail96,334 miles (+7,571)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,334 miles
    Test number
    991514588136
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear tyre walls starting to crack n/s and o/s

  23. Pass88,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    88,763 miles
    Test number
    294265687429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail88,763 miles (+7,115)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,763 miles
    Test number
    851925987149
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass81,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    81,648 miles
    Test number
    901601996197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail81,648 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,648 miles
    Test number
    542591796127
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about L53 MRO

Does L53 MRO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L53 MRO expired on 14 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L53 MRO?
The MOT on L53 MRO expired on 14 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L53 MRO done?
L53 MRO was recorded at 158,699 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2022, an average of 4,686 miles a year.
Has L53 MRO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L53 MRO has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on L53 MRO 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 L53 MRO find?
L53 MRO failed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2022 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside rear vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, and 11 more.

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