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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

L55 LGWMOT history

L55 LGW is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 30 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 151,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2021.

L55 LGW silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2022
Mileage
151,744 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2021
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
10,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 LGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 LGW was last recorded at 151,744 miles on 10 Dec 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,744 miles · 30 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
10,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 151,744 miles
  • 2020 – 141,768 miles
  • 2019 – 128,477 miles
  • 2018 – 117,173 miles
  • 2017 – 110,662 miles
  • 2016 – 106,440 miles
  • 2015 – 101,124 miles
  • 2014 – 91,836 miles
  • 2013 – 77,330 miles
  • 2012 – 63,958 miles
  • 2011 – 49,163 miles
  • 2010 – 35,687 miles
  • 2009 – 30,473 miles
  • 2008 – 18,171 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,744 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,744 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    151,744 miles
    Test number
    304984689762
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  2. Fail151,744 miles (+9,976)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,744 miles
    Test number
    945076787344
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  3. Pass141,768 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    141,768 miles
    Test number
    323529473967
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail141,764 miles (+13,287)2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,764 miles
    Test number
    925131282814
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass128,477 miles (+297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,477 miles
    Test number
    815279334608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail128,180 miles (+11,007)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,180 miles
    Test number
    665513301293
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass117,173 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    117,173 miles
    Test number
    183916823241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail117,173 miles (+6,511)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,173 miles
    Test number
    356360242993
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass110,662 miles (+4,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    110,662 miles
    Test number
    151751754301
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  10. Pass106,440 miles (+15)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,440 miles
    Test number
    671623383832
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Fail106,425 miles (+5,301)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,425 miles
    Test number
    777124020583
    • FailureOffside Inner Ball joint has excessive play on steering rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass101,124 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    101,124 miles
    Test number
    797620665174
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is on legal limit and structure breaking down.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on both inner/outter tread edges.

  13. Fail101,124 miles (+9,288)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,124 miles
    Test number
    227629755171
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre is on legal limit and structure breaking down.
    • NoteO/s/f seat adjuster faulty but drivers seat is secure.
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on both inner/outter tread edges.

  14. Pass91,836 miles (+14,506)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    91,836 miles
    Test number
    699112434263
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear heat shield insecure

  15. Pass77,330 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    77,330 miles
    Test number
    967256923296
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail77,328 miles (+13,370)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,328 miles
    Test number
    907356723275
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass63,958 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    63,958 miles
    Test number
    739568922232
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Fail63,958 miles (+14,795)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,958 miles
    Test number
    345538922263
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  19. Pass49,163 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    49,163 miles
    Test number
    175887831297
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Fail49,162 miles (+13,475)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,162 miles
    Test number
    515788621207
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass35,687 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    35,687 miles
    Test number
    873070030220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,682 miles (+5,209)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,682 miles
    Test number
    673524420270
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass30,473 miles (+12,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,473 miles
    Test number
    651480059347
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  24. Pass18,171 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,171 miles
    Test number
    411421678299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L55 LGW

Does L55 LGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 LGW expired on 13 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 LGW?
The MOT on L55 LGW expired on 13 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 LGW done?
L55 LGW was recorded at 151,744 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2021, an average of 10,118 miles a year.
Has L55 LGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 LGW has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on L55 LGW 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 L55 LGW find?
L55 LGW passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2021 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear service brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

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