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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LB53 FTNMOT history

LB53 FTN is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 17 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 103,345 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2024
Mileage
103,345 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 FTN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB53 FTN was last recorded at 103,345 miles on 13 Dec 2023, 3,827 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,518 miles · 12 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,827 miles
Average per year
5,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 103,345 miles
  • 2022 – 98,960 miles
  • 2021 – 88,718 miles
  • 2020 – 78,268 miles
  • 2019 – 73,006 miles
  • 2018 – 58,354 miles
  • 2017 – 42,674 miles
  • 2016 – 33,985 miles
  • 2014 – 26,038 miles
  • 2013 – 17,726 miles
  • 2012 – 11,159 miles
  • 2011 – 10,802 miles
  • 2010 – 10,611 miles
  • 2009 – 10,004 miles
  • 2008 – 8,795 miles
  • 2007 – 7,588 miles
  • 2006 – 5,937 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail103,345 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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.

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail103,345 miles (+3,827)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,345 miles
    Test number
    572815454786
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass99,518 miles (+558)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    99,518 miles
    Test number
    295290348219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail98,960 miles (+10,242)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,960 miles
    Test number
    981872499461
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass88,718 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    88,718 miles
    Test number
    472809254854
    • 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))

  5. Fail88,712 miles (+10,444)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,712 miles
    Test number
    163941964171
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  6. Pass78,268 miles (+102)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    78,268 miles
    Test number
    523173506864
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail78,166 miles (+5,160)2 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,166 miles
    Test number
    765906434048
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Due to brake disc condition. (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBodywork damaged.
    • AdvisoryJust acceptable damage to both rear light units.
    • AdvisoryJust acceptable damage to front number plate.
    • AdvisoryN/S door mirror cover missing.
    • AdvisoryRear number plate light lens damaged but not likely to show white light to rear.

  8. Pass73,006 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,006 miles
    Test number
    337260765856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,006 miles (+14,652)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,006 miles
    Test number
    833993877591
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass58,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    58,354 miles
    Test number
    384744794723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail58,354 miles (+15,680)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,354 miles
    Test number
    172727180214
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass42,674 miles (+256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,674 miles
    Test number
    496947709953
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.3.3b)

  13. Fail42,418 miles (+8,433)8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,418 miles
    Test number
    298385369807
    • FailureCentral Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.3.3b)

  14. Pass33,985 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    33,985 miles
    Test number
    222752331058
    • AdvisoryOSR light lens cracked but does not effect usage
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroding but not to excess

  15. Fail33,985 miles (+7,947)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,985 miles
    Test number
    478337453211
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working light not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working stop light not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOSR light lens cracked but does not effect usage
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroding but not to excess

  16. Pass26,038 miles (+8,312)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    26,038 miles
    Test number
    537002454330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass17,726 miles (+6,567)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    17,726 miles
    Test number
    606973413339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass11,159 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    11,159 miles
    Test number
    179040712362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail11,159 miles (+357)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,159 miles
    Test number
    467760412401
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  20. Pass10,802 miles (+191)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    10,802 miles
    Test number
    727938821364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,611 miles (+607)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    10,611 miles
    Test number
    493802320388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass10,004 miles (+1,209)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    10,004 miles
    Test number
    413677829306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass8,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    8,795 miles
    Test number
    470859518461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail8,794 miles (+1,206)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,794 miles
    Test number
    492139118372
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass7,588 miles (+1,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    7,588 miles
    Test number
    742978717347
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass5,937 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    5,937 miles
    Test number
    230994326330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 FTN

Does LB53 FTN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 FTN expired on 11 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 FTN?
The MOT on LB53 FTN expired on 11 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 FTN done?
LB53 FTN was recorded at 103,345 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2023, an average of 5,709 miles a year.
Has LB53 FTN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 FTN has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB53 FTN 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 FTN find?
LB53 FTN failed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2023 with 6 major defects: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box; nearside front headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 3 more.

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