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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

L8 DWRMOT history

L8 DWR is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 116,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2024.

L8 DWR red Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2025
Mileage
116,765 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,402 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 DWR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 DWR was last recorded at 116,765 miles on 2 Jan 2024, 4,357 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,408 miles · 8 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4,357 miles
Average per year
5,402 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 116,765 miles
  • 2022 – 112,408 miles
  • 2020 – 105,980 miles
  • 2018 – 98,325 miles
  • 2017 – 93,531 miles
  • 2016 – 89,404 miles
  • 2015 – 68,366 miles
  • 2013 – 62,943 miles
  • 2012 – 56,446 miles
  • 2011 – 51,132 miles
  • 2010 – 41,848 miles
  • 2009 – 40,784 miles
  • 2008 – 35,728 miles
  • 2007 – 28,728 miles
  • 2006 – 19,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,765 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside -On the limit (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside -Top mount -On the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside -On the limit (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front both shock absorber upper mounts/bearing worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,765 miles (+4,357)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    116,765 miles
    Test number
    291184918199
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside -On the limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside -Top mount -On the limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Nearside and Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside -On the limit (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass112,408 miles (+3,585)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    112,408 miles
    Test number
    188273900499
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside headlamp lens slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass108,823 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,823 miles
    Test number
    714904792270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront both shock absorber upper mounts/bearing worn
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 175 70 14

  4. Fail108,822 miles (+2,842)1 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,822 miles
    Test number
    280645442401
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1745 65 14 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront both shock absorber upper mounts/bearing worn
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres 175 70 14

  5. Pass105,980 miles (+3,026)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    105,980 miles
    Test number
    345998766126
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH sides !! (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front macphersons strut top mount and bearing play.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,954 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,954 miles
    Test number
    874085190891
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail102,954 miles (+4,629)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,954 miles
    Test number
    124608019317
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass98,325 miles (+104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,325 miles
    Test number
    969934926872
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail98,221 miles (+4,690)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,221 miles
    Test number
    683880417580
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass93,531 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    93,531 miles
    Test number
    438759774828
    • AdvisoryFront engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  11. Fail93,531 miles (+4,127)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,531 miles
    Test number
    667010480666
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass89,404 miles (+10,839)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    89,404 miles
    Test number
    469701058183
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroding

  13. Pass78,565 miles (+10,199)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    78,565 miles
    Test number
    758020252854
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3MM Worn outer egde perished (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm worn inner edge - nail (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear silancer mount broken

  14. Pass68,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,366 miles
    Test number
    726893705098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail68,366 miles (+5,423)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,366 miles
    Test number
    846953805006
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  16. Pass62,943 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    62,943 miles
    Test number
    859710653332
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  17. Fail62,939 miles (+6,493)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,939 miles
    Test number
    169250853311
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  18. Pass56,446 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    56,446 miles
    Test number
    156963962380
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Fail56,446 miles (+5,314)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,446 miles
    Test number
    105533762396
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass51,132 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,132 miles
    Test number
    157754461389
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres perished and cracked

  21. Fail51,132 miles (+4,000)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,132 miles
    Test number
    895914761307
    • DangerousFrt engine mount sheared into 2 pieces
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres perished and cracked

  22. Pass47,132 miles (+5,284)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    47,132 miles
    Test number
    577926501004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass41,848 miles (+42)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,848 miles
    Test number
    604420760094
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail41,806 miles (+1,022)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,806 miles
    Test number
    953138940055
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside wiper blade condition poor

  25. Pass40,784 miles (+5,056)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    40,784 miles
    Test number
    973358559068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,728 miles (+7,000)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    35,728 miles
    Test number
    780546938051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass28,728 miles (+8,920)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,728 miles
    Test number
    192782737035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass19,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,808 miles
    Test number
    233650426029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 DWR

Does L8 DWR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L8 DWR expired on 6 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L8 DWR?
The MOT on L8 DWR expired on 6 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L8 DWR done?
L8 DWR was recorded at 116,765 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2024, an average of 5,402 miles a year.
Has L8 DWR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 DWR has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on L8 DWR 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 DWR find?
L8 DWR passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2024 with 12 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside -on the limit; front coil spring corroded nearside and offside; front macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside -top mount -on the limit, and 9 more.

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