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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,998 cc

L5 VXRMOT history

L5 VXR is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 30 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 118,264 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

L5 VXR blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
118,264 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,533 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 VXR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
30 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 VXR was last recorded at 118,264 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 1,718 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,546 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,718 miles
Average per year
5,533 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,264 miles
  • 2025 – 116,546 miles
  • 2024 – 99,050 miles
  • 2023 – 98,864 miles
  • 2022 – 96,413 miles
  • 2021 – 88,792 miles
  • 2020 – 81,941 miles
  • 2019 – 76,212 miles
  • 2018 – 71,254 miles
  • 2017 – 65,718 miles
  • 2016 – 62,524 miles
  • 2015 – 52,123 miles
  • 2013 – 48,903 miles
  • 2012 – 44,039 miles
  • 2011 – 37,379 miles
  • 2010 – 30,799 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,264 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust silencer slightly loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,264 miles (+1,718)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    118,264 miles
    Test number
    882500735253
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass116,546 miles (+17,496)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    116,546 miles
    Test number
    615461861750
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNon standard suspension fitted

  3. Pass99,050 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    99,050 miles
    Test number
    636411349571
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded but not blowing
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded

  4. Fail99,050 miles (+186)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,050 miles
    Test number
    548855764925
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both fronts (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded but not blowing
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded

  5. Pass98,864 miles (+2,451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    98,864 miles
    Test number
    460799458828
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe deteriorated.

  6. Pass96,413 miles (+139)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,413 miles
    Test number
    904824191154
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Fail96,274 miles (+7,482)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,274 miles
    Test number
    519725960947
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass88,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,792 miles
    Test number
    223352441048
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail88,792 miles (+6,851)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,792 miles
    Test number
    398152866046
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass81,941 miles (+5,729)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,941 miles
    Test number
    724171573454
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front / middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass76,212 miles (+4,958)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    76,212 miles
    Test number
    375767145371
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  12. Pass71,254 miles (+5,536)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    71,254 miles
    Test number
    554350865016
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass65,718 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,718 miles
    Test number
    547049585498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail65,718 miles (+3,194)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,718 miles
    Test number
    458088180930
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass62,524 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    62,524 miles
    Test number
    900937021773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail62,514 miles (+10,391)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,514 miles
    Test number
    666587970259
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  17. Pass52,123 miles (+3,220)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,123 miles
    Test number
    356933725049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass48,903 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,903 miles
    Test number
    259307863281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail48,903 miles (+4,864)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,903 miles
    Test number
    417267863224
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass44,039 miles (+6,660)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    44,039 miles
    Test number
    588386272238
    • DangerousBoth front tyres badly cut on outer sidewalls
    • DangerousO\s\r tyre badly cut on inner sidewall

  21. Pass37,379 miles (+6,580)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,379 miles
    Test number
    489060771275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass30,799 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,799 miles
    Test number
    262651270298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 VXR

Does L5 VXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 VXR is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 VXR?
The MOT on L5 VXR is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 VXR done?
L5 VXR was recorded at 118,264 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 5,533 miles a year.
Has L5 VXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 VXR has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L5 VXR 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 L5 VXR find?
L5 VXR passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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