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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 1,998 cc

L65 DPLMOT history

L65 DPL is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 22 Mar 1994. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
81,295 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,861 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L65 DPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
22 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L65 DPL was last recorded at 81,295 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 2,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,606 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,689 miles
Average per year
1,861 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,295 miles
  • 2025 – 78,606 miles
  • 2023 – 75,989 miles
  • 2019 – 75,705 miles
  • 2018 – 75,335 miles
  • 2016 – 75,046 miles
  • 2015 – 74,605 miles
  • 2014 – 66,957 miles
  • 2013 – 64,261 miles
  • 2012 – 59,005 miles
  • 2011 – 57,223 miles
  • 2010 – 55,656 miles
  • 2009 – 53,636 miles
  • 2008 – 51,615 miles
  • 2007 – 48,281 miles
  • 2006 – 45,055 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,295 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 16 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,295 miles (+2,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    81,295 miles
    Test number
    466219363648
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass78,606 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    78,606 miles
    Test number
    308792754106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail78,605 miles (+2,616)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,605 miles
    Test number
    596527919092
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass75,989 miles (+284)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    75,989 miles
    Test number
    585845764251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,705 miles (+370)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    75,705 miles
    Test number
    123781074863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,335 miles (+289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    75,335 miles
    Test number
    786850362461
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,046 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    75,046 miles
    Test number
    171426120271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail75,041 miles (+436)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,041 miles
    Test number
    305484738277
    • FailureNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

  9. Pass74,605 miles (+7,648)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,605 miles
    Test number
    947622025294
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  10. Fail66,957 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,957 miles
    Test number
    356495124452
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO\S\R Tyre is mis shaped

  11. Pass66,957 miles (+2,696)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,957 miles
    Test number
    699515624281
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO\S\R Tyre is mis shaped

  12. Pass64,261 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,261 miles
    Test number
    665151433260
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail64,261 miles (+5,256)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,261 miles
    Test number
    169339323281
    • FailureOffside Outer Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass59,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    59,005 miles
    Test number
    215177622214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,005 miles (+1,782)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,005 miles
    Test number
    777626722202
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  16. Pass57,223 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,223 miles
    Test number
    987649421235
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inside edge
    • NoteOffside outer sill has slight corrosion

  17. Fail57,223 miles (+1,567)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,223 miles
    Test number
    867369821277
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inside edge
    • NoteOffside outer sill has slight corrosion

  18. Pass55,656 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    55,656 miles
    Test number
    273360830206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Fail55,656 miles (+2,020)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,656 miles
    Test number
    330350430443
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass53,636 miles (+2,021)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    53,636 miles
    Test number
    304311439213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass51,615 miles (+3,334)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    51,615 miles
    Test number
    602126828278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass48,281 miles (+3,226)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    48,281 miles
    Test number
    250007327291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    45,055 miles
    Test number
    130828526249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,055 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,055 miles
    Test number
    554928826232
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about L65 DPL

Does L65 DPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L65 DPL is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L65 DPL?
The MOT on L65 DPL is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L65 DPL done?
L65 DPL was recorded at 81,295 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 1,861 miles a year.
Has L65 DPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L65 DPL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L65 DPL 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 L65 DPL find?
L65 DPL passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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