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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,364 cc

L8 BOKMOT history

L8 BOK is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 15 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 132,848 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Aug 2023.

L8 BOK silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Aug 2024
Mileage
132,848 mi
At MOT on 8 Aug 2023
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 BOK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 BOK was last recorded at 132,848 miles on 8 Aug 2023, 8,811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,037 miles · 26 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
8,811 miles
Average per year
6,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,848 miles
  • 2022 – 124,037 miles
  • 2021 – 119,838 miles
  • 2020 – 115,248 miles
  • 2019 – 110,045 miles
  • 2018 – 107,517 miles
  • 2015 – 103,186 miles
  • 2014 – 90,909 miles
  • 2013 – 79,551 miles
  • 2012 – 67,392 miles
  • 2011 – 56,832 miles
  • 2009 – 43,836 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,848 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018

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 on engine.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Front tyres are wearing on the inner edges.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Some play in ends of steering rack.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,848 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    132,848 miles
    Test number
    700076403962
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,846 miles (+8,809)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,846 miles
    Test number
    953723233368
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive exhaust blow (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,037 miles (+4,199)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    124,037 miles
    Test number
    806193800902
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn both (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Pass119,838 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    119,838 miles
    Test number
    590650972766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail119,836 miles (+4,588)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,836 miles
    Test number
    253645050644
    • DangerousTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Nearside and offside front (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass115,248 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    115,248 miles
    Test number
    439679497729
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt needs replacing.
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre is perishing.
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake cable is corroding.
    • AdvisoryOil on engine.
    • AdvisorySlight blow from exhaust manifold.
    • AdvisorySlight leak from front flexible section of exhaust.
    • AdvisorySlight play in ends of steering rack.

  7. Fail115,247 miles (+5,202)2 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,247 miles
    Test number
    576654527623
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAlternator belt needs replacing.
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre is perishing.
    • AdvisoryO/s handbrake cable is corroding.
    • AdvisoryOil on engine.
    • AdvisorySlight blow from exhaust manifold.
    • AdvisorySlight leak from front flexible section of exhaust.
    • AdvisorySlight play in ends of steering rack.

  8. Pass110,045 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    110,045 miles
    Test number
    164108484091
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are wearing on the inner edges.
    • AdvisoryOil on engine.
    • AdvisorySome play in ends of steering rack.

  9. Fail110,044 miles (+2,527)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,044 miles
    Test number
    549175715466
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are wearing on the inner edges.
    • AdvisoryOil on engine.
    • AdvisorySome play in ends of steering rack.

  10. Pass107,517 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    107,517 miles
    Test number
    113234090250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,516 miles (+9)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,516 miles
    Test number
    948758643721
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

  12. Fail107,507 miles (+4,321)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,507 miles
    Test number
    997359614937
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both front links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass103,186 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    103,186 miles
    Test number
    636678355025
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Fail103,186 miles (+12,277)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,186 miles
    Test number
    945918455073
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass90,909 miles (+11,358)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    90,909 miles
    Test number
    677659324081
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust front pipe cracked

  16. Pass79,551 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    79,551 miles
    Test number
    436519923044
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail79,551 miles (+12,159)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,551 miles
    Test number
    268929323037
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass67,392 miles (+10,560)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    67,392 miles
    Test number
    419297322007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,832 miles (+12,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,832 miles
    Test number
    219265721012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass43,836 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    43,836 miles
    Test number
    374638839397
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre and nearside rear seatbelts not checked due to childseat fitted.

Questions about L8 BOK

Does L8 BOK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 BOK expired on 9 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 BOK?
The MOT on L8 BOK expired on 9 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 BOK done?
L8 BOK was recorded at 132,848 miles at its MOT on 8 Aug 2023, an average of 6,509 miles a year.
Has L8 BOK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 BOK has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on L8 BOK 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 L8 BOK find?
L8 BOK passed its latest MOT on 8 Aug 2023 with 2 advisories: headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both; oil leak, but not excessive.

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