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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

LA51 KWUMOT history

LA51 KWU is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 28 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 99,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2021.

LA51 KWU silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Dec 2022
Mileage
99,097 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2021
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 KWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 KWU was last recorded at 99,097 miles on 3 Dec 2021, 3,535 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,562 miles · 4 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
3,535 miles
Average per year
3,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 99,097 miles
  • 2020 – 95,562 miles
  • 2019 – 92,577 miles
  • 2018 – 88,297 miles
  • 2017 – 82,361 miles
  • 2016 – 79,005 miles
  • 2015 – 75,622 miles
  • 2014 – 70,080 miles
  • 2013 – 66,919 miles
  • 2012 – 61,670 miles
  • 2011 – 58,004 miles
  • 2010 – 56,267 miles
  • 2009 – 53,116 miles
  • 2008 – 46,983 miles
  • 2006 – 40,223 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,097 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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 Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,097 miles (+3,535)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    99,097 miles
    Test number
    630385568611
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Pass95,562 miles (+2,985)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    95,562 miles
    Test number
    898107756520
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  3. Pass92,577 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,577 miles
    Test number
    708028641482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail92,577 miles (+4,280)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,577 miles
    Test number
    655700398108
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass88,297 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,297 miles
    Test number
    918924356391
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail88,297 miles (+5,936)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,297 miles
    Test number
    267428077948
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass82,361 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    82,361 miles
    Test number
    548859374982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  8. Fail82,359 miles (+3,354)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,359 miles
    Test number
    103780990036
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Pass79,005 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    79,005 miles
    Test number
    409297703878
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated

  10. Fail79,001 miles (+3,379)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,001 miles
    Test number
    918511601819
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryCentre and rear exhaust deteriorated

  11. Pass75,622 miles (+5,542)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    75,622 miles
    Test number
    665628195084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,080 miles (+3,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    70,080 miles
    Test number
    117930384095
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass66,919 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    66,919 miles
    Test number
    417709273088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,919 miles (+5,249)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,919 miles
    Test number
    409034473002
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSRS LIGHT ON

  15. Pass61,670 miles (+3,666)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,670 miles
    Test number
    455836972018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust box and joints corroding

  16. Pass58,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    58,004 miles
    Test number
    218499961085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail58,004 miles (+1,737)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,004 miles
    Test number
    287773961000
    • FailureNearside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed joint (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  18. Fail56,267 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,267 miles
    Test number
    180723860414
    • Repaired at testCentre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSteering rack sweating fluid.

  19. Pass56,267 miles (+3,151)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    56,267 miles
    Test number
    593663460075
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteSteering rack sweating fluid.

  20. Pass53,116 miles (+6,133)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    53,116 miles
    Test number
    153570219450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,983 miles (+6,760)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,983 miles
    Test number
    402002818038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,223 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    40,223 miles
    Test number
    344214256304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 KWU

Does LA51 KWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 KWU expired on 3 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 KWU?
The MOT on LA51 KWU expired on 3 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 KWU done?
LA51 KWU was recorded at 99,097 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2021, an average of 3,937 miles a year.
Has LA51 KWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 KWU has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on LA51 KWU 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 LA51 KWU find?
LA51 KWU passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2021 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 1 more.

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