Vauxhall logo

Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,598 cc

LB53 FTAMOT history

LB53 FTA is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 16 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 97,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Dec 2026
Mileage
97,236 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,584 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LB53 FTA in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 FTA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 FTA was last recorded at 97,236 miles on 6 Dec 2025, 1,157 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,079 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,157 miles
Average per year
4,584 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 97,236 miles
  • 2024 – 96,079 miles
  • 2023 – 94,729 miles
  • 2022 – 92,783 miles
  • 2021 – 89,878 miles
  • 2020 – 86,619 miles
  • 2019 – 84,521 miles
  • 2018 – 81,326 miles
  • 2017 – 77,118 miles
  • 2016 – 70,647 miles
  • 2015 – 65,989 miles
  • 2014 – 60,477 miles
  • 2013 – 55,615 miles
  • 2012 – 50,669 miles
  • 2011 – 37,299 miles
  • 2010 – 32,397 miles
  • 2009 – 26,598 miles
  • 2008 – 21,046 miles
  • 2007 – 10,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,236 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,236 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    97,236 miles
    Test number
    753402193053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail97,236 miles (+1,157)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,236 miles
    Test number
    805392009871
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass96,079 miles (+1,350)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    96,079 miles
    Test number
    501551625431
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass94,729 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    94,729 miles
    Test number
    679534493426
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail94,728 miles (+1,945)2 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,728 miles
    Test number
    955549544321
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded pipe across rear axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens poor (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens poor (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  6. Pass92,783 miles (+2,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    92,783 miles
    Test number
    264920540954
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass89,878 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    89,878 miles
    Test number
    603540726476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,876 miles (+3,257)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,876 miles
    Test number
    885369442290
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass86,619 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    86,619 miles
    Test number
    877648335940
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail86,615 miles (+2,094)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,615 miles
    Test number
    202760478156
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass84,521 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    84,521 miles
    Test number
    829347268270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail84,518 miles (+3,192)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,518 miles
    Test number
    946022932175
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass81,326 miles (+4,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    81,326 miles
    Test number
    534530981295
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn badly on edges

  14. Pass77,118 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    77,118 miles
    Test number
    234825797629
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail77,118 miles (+6,471)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,118 miles
    Test number
    475646361354
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass70,647 miles (+52)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    70,647 miles
    Test number
    375398518359
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded across body. (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail70,595 miles (+4,606)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,595 miles
    Test number
    965701119575
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking corroded. (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested due to leak (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded across body. (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass65,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,989 miles
    Test number
    256446534676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,989 miles (+5,512)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,989 miles
    Test number
    291450560659
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass60,477 miles (+4,862)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    60,477 miles
    Test number
    367283094451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass55,615 miles (+4,946)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    55,615 miles
    Test number
    439692623338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,669 miles (+5,195)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    50,669 miles
    Test number
    107955442397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass45,474 miles (+8,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    45,474 miles
    Test number
    899608412089
    • 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)

  24. Pass37,299 miles (+4,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,299 miles
    Test number
    787712911001
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass32,397 miles (+5,799)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    32,397 miles
    Test number
    193511210058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,598 miles (+5,552)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    26,598 miles
    Test number
    283489509080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass21,046 miles (+10,304)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    21,046 miles
    Test number
    172719208472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass10,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    10,742 miles
    Test number
    700813727003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 FTA

Does LB53 FTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 FTA is valid until 14 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 FTA?
The MOT on LB53 FTA is valid until 14 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 FTA done?
LB53 FTA was recorded at 97,236 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2025, an average of 4,584 miles a year.
Has LB53 FTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 FTA has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB53 FTA 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 LB53 FTA find?
LB53 FTA passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

Related registrations

Browse all LB53F registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.