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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,686 cc

L5 WTLMOT history

L5 WTL is a silver diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 9 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 218,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

L5 WTL silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
218,128 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
11,792 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 WTL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
9 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 WTL was last recorded at 218,128 miles on 5 May 2026, 119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,009 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
119 miles
Average per year
11,792 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 218,128 miles
  • 2025 – 218,009 miles
  • 2024 – 217,925 miles
  • 2023 – 217,748 miles
  • 2022 – 217,629 miles
  • 2021 – 217,462 miles
  • 2019 – 215,628 miles
  • 2018 – 205,461 miles
  • 2017 – 193,458 miles
  • 2016 – 167,132 miles
  • 2015 – 140,641 miles
  • 2014 – 114,443 miles
  • 2013 – 89,059 miles
  • 2012 – 61,928 miles
  • 2011 – 34,666 miles
  • 2010 – 31,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,128 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 6 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,128 miles (+119)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    218,128 miles
    Test number
    436227507954
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass218,009 miles (+84)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    218,009 miles
    Test number
    433055842460
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass217,925 miles (+177)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    217,925 miles
    Test number
    885141287402
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass217,748 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    217,748 miles
    Test number
    889572711237
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail217,748 miles (+119)1 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,748 miles
    Test number
    495591035344
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  6. Pass217,629 miles (+167)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    217,629 miles
    Test number
    282913453643
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass217,462 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    217,462 miles
    Test number
    499361314116
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail217,459 miles (+1,831)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,459 miles
    Test number
    674405039565
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box join (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass215,628 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    215,628 miles
    Test number
    230858332066
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear box join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail215,628 miles (+10,167)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,628 miles
    Test number
    257441320134
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear box join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass205,461 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    205,461 miles
    Test number
    239938000200
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At back box join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Gear box drive shaft seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail205,461 miles (+12,003)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,461 miles
    Test number
    250798032914
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/40/18 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases At back box join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Gear box drive shaft seal leaking
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear tyre treads low on inside edges

  13. Pass193,458 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    193,458 miles
    Test number
    174047827787
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre/rear joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Fail193,458 miles (+26,326)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,458 miles
    Test number
    476728997876
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre/rear joint (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass167,132 miles (+26,491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    167,132 miles
    Test number
    511920260088
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass140,641 miles (+26,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    140,641 miles
    Test number
    296785095492
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass114,443 miles (+25,384)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    114,443 miles
    Test number
    358995804261
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti slip device is starting to wear
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront bumper damaged

  18. Fail89,059 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,059 miles
    Test number
    228650713204
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAll tyres very worn on inner edge ,rear tyres cracked & perished

  19. Pass89,059 miles (+27,131)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    89,059 miles
    Test number
    306910013478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteAll tyres very worn on inner edge ,rear tyres cracked & perished

  20. Pass61,928 miles (+27,262)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,928 miles
    Test number
    858086282135
    • NoteNsr osr and osf tyres are wearing on inner edges. osf tyre has slight cut to sidewall

  21. Pass34,666 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    34,666 miles
    Test number
    495486501282
    • NoteCovers over sills preventing full inspection

  22. Fail34,666 miles (+3,215)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,666 miles
    Test number
    505736401294
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteCovers over sills preventing full inspection
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded

  23. Pass31,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    31,451 miles
    Test number
    110257980168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 WTL

Does L5 WTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 WTL is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 WTL?
The MOT on L5 WTL is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 WTL done?
L5 WTL was recorded at 218,128 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 11,792 miles a year.
Has L5 WTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 WTL has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on L5 WTL 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 WTL find?
L5 WTL passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; nearside front inner drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 5 more.

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