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Vauxhall Astra

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 1,364 cc

LB56 LWLMOT history

LB56 LWL is a grey petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 12 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 31,520 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
31,520 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,523 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LWL was last recorded at 31,520 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 777 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
30,743 miles · 21 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
777 miles
Average per year
1,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 31,520 miles
  • 2025 – 30,743 miles
  • 2024 – 30,144 miles
  • 2023 – 29,365 miles
  • 2022 – 28,176 miles
  • 2021 – 26,608 miles
  • 2020 – 25,650 miles
  • 2019 – 22,022 miles
  • 2018 – 19,567 miles
  • 2017 – 18,504 miles
  • 2016 – 16,787 miles
  • 2015 – 14,735 miles
  • 2014 – 12,657 miles
  • 2013 – 11,092 miles
  • 2012 – 9,592 miles
  • 2011 – 8,117 miles
  • 2010 – 6,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,520 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Hazard warning switch faulty

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,520 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    31,520 miles
    Test number
    129335833656
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail31,520 miles (+777)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,520 miles
    Test number
    662897371546
    • MajorNearside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Body component damaged and likely to cause injury mirror (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass30,743 miles (+599)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    30,743 miles
    Test number
    713518659629
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output nearside and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt split detreated

  4. Pass30,144 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    30,144 miles
    Test number
    560336635546
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail30,144 miles (+779)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,144 miles
    Test number
    531167039342
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass29,365 miles (+1,189)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    29,365 miles
    Test number
    751503812419
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass28,176 miles (+1,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    28,176 miles
    Test number
    884766579381
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass26,608 miles (+958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    26,608 miles
    Test number
    232373814557
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  9. Pass25,650 miles (+3,628)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    25,650 miles
    Test number
    170034316432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass22,022 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    22,022 miles
    Test number
    551299483819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail22,022 miles (+2,455)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,022 miles
    Test number
    703059762928
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass19,567 miles (+1,063)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    19,567 miles
    Test number
    927249410695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass18,504 miles (+1,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    18,504 miles
    Test number
    889289302197
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass16,787 miles (+2,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    16,787 miles
    Test number
    432607815543
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable tie rod inner ball joint has slight play (2.2.C.1d)

  15. Pass14,735 miles (+2,078)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    14,735 miles
    Test number
    387865485040
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

  16. Pass12,657 miles (+1,565)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    12,657 miles
    Test number
    819903164090
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass11,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    11,092 miles
    Test number
    697625683037
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Fail11,092 miles (+1,500)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,092 miles
    Test number
    697695683041
    • Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass9,592 miles (+1,475)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    9,592 miles
    Test number
    528349162082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass8,117 miles (+1,165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    8,117 miles
    Test number
    619800171070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Pass6,952 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    6,952 miles
    Test number
    132908820470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Fail6,952 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,952 miles
    Test number
    160178220001
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about LB56 LWL

Does LB56 LWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 LWL is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LWL?
The MOT on LB56 LWL is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 LWL done?
LB56 LWL was recorded at 31,520 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 1,523 miles a year.
Has LB56 LWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LWL has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 LWL 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 LB56 LWL find?
LB56 LWL passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: 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; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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