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Vauxhall Carlton

Red · Petrol · 1994 · 1,998 cc

L57 MGYMOT history

L57 MGY is a red petrol Vauxhall Carlton first used on 18 Jan 1994. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 146,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2025
Mileage
146,570 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,019 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L57 MGY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Carlton
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
18 Jan 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2025
Latest MOT test
17 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L57 MGY was last recorded at 146,570 miles on 17 May 2024, 2,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,450 miles · 25 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,120 miles
Average per year
3,019 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 146,570 miles
  • 2023 – 144,450 miles
  • 2022 – 143,017 miles
  • 2021 – 142,642 miles
  • 2020 – 142,457 miles
  • 2019 – 142,457 miles
  • 2018 – 142,457 miles
  • 2017 – 140,546 miles
  • 2016 – 137,255 miles
  • 2015 – 134,255 miles
  • 2014 – 130,348 miles
  • 2013 – 125,912 miles
  • 2012 – 120,314 miles
  • 2011 – 116,062 miles
  • 2010 – 112,515 miles
  • 2009 – 107,871 miles
  • 2008 – 102,292 miles
  • 2007 – 97,707 miles
  • 2006 – 92,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,570 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded to fuel filter

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,570 miles (+2,120)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    146,570 miles
    Test number
    655515400890
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded to fuel filter

  2. Pass144,450 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    144,450 miles
    Test number
    146667912156
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to inner sills

  3. Fail144,450 miles (+1,433)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,450 miles
    Test number
    694466901100
    • MajorFront Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to inner sills

  4. Pass143,017 miles (+375)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    143,017 miles
    Test number
    909778067711
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to rear inner sills

  5. Pass142,642 miles1 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    142,642 miles
    Test number
    218440889299
    • DangerousFuel pump held up with cable tie
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail142,642 miles (+185)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,642 miles
    Test number
    631578929752
    • DangerousFuel pump held up with cable tie
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel hose deteriorated on pump (6.1.3 (c) (ii))

  7. Pass142,457 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    142,457 miles
    Test number
    374782891630
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryPropshaft centre bearing rubber housing split
    • AdvisoryRear valence corroded

  8. Fail142,457 miles1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,457 miles
    Test number
    309532984124
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront to rear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryPropshaft centre bearing rubber housing split
    • AdvisoryRear valence corroded

  9. Pass142,457 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    142,457 miles
    Test number
    667452070890
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront condition of front registration plate.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOdometer not working.
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front shock have minor uplift play.
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever nearing end of travel.

  10. Fail142,457 miles (+1,911)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,457 miles
    Test number
    796017584944
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected wing near suspension turret. (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill, as marked. (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront condition of front registration plate.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front and nearside front shock have minor uplift play.
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever nearing end of travel.

  11. Pass140,546 miles (+43)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    140,546 miles
    Test number
    494110232341
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside corrosion to inner wing

  12. Fail140,503 miles (+3,248)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,503 miles
    Test number
    466999689741
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside corrosion to inner wing

  13. Pass137,255 miles (+3,000)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    137,255 miles
    Test number
    945201482540
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wing (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres low
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear valence and boot floor corroded

  14. Pass134,255 miles (+3,907)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    134,255 miles
    Test number
    749516610977
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner shoulder worn.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner wing corrosion.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner shoulder worn.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside.

  15. Pass130,348 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    130,348 miles
    Test number
    616872084231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail130,111 miles (+4,199)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,111 miles
    Test number
    126689664228
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass125,912 miles (+151)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    125,912 miles
    Test number
    328583873269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail125,761 miles (+5,447)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,761 miles
    Test number
    398530873437
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside engine mounting bracket insecure and likely to fail (6.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass120,314 miles (+4,252)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    120,314 miles
    Test number
    485885772237
    • NoteEngine oil leak
    • NotePlay at nearside front steering idler

  20. Pass116,062 miles (+3,547)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    116,062 miles
    Test number
    279160471258
    • NoteLow air pressure both rear tyres
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has been run flat
    • NoteO/s/f tyre 3mm
    • NoteSlight blow exhaust
    • NoteSlight play n/s/f track rod end

  21. Pass112,515 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    112,515 miles
    Test number
    603010370291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail112,509 miles (+4,638)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,509 miles
    Test number
    251577060263
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNear side wiper blade split

  23. Pass107,871 miles (+5,579)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    107,871 miles
    Test number
    272380769231
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.2.C.1h)

  24. Pass102,292 miles (+4,585)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    102,292 miles
    Test number
    471169768148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass97,707 miles (+5,256)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    97,707 miles
    Test number
    334760177132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass92,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    92,451 miles
    Test number
    910605266153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L57 MGY

Does L57 MGY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L57 MGY expired on 16 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L57 MGY?
The MOT on L57 MGY expired on 16 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L57 MGY done?
L57 MGY was recorded at 146,570 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2024, an average of 3,019 miles a year.
Has L57 MGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L57 MGY has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L57 MGY 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 L57 MGY find?
L57 MGY passed its latest MOT on 17 May 2024 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 6 more.

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