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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LB56 LWUMOT history

LB56 LWU is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 12 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 90,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,007 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
12 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LWU was last recorded at 90,007 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 8,164 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
81,843 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
8,164 miles
Average per year
4,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,007 miles
  • 2025 – 81,843 miles
  • 2024 – 73,584 miles
  • 2023 – 60,311 miles
  • 2022 – 50,480 miles
  • 2021 – 41,703 miles
  • 2020 – 34,107 miles
  • 2018 – 32,565 miles
  • 2017 – 30,865 miles
  • 2016 – 28,931 miles
  • 2015 – 27,005 miles
  • 2014 – 25,662 miles
  • 2013 – 22,225 miles
  • 2012 – 19,380 miles
  • 2011 – 16,322 miles
  • 2010 – 12,244 miles
  • 2009 – 9,164 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,007 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,007 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,007 miles
    Test number
    568820754034
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail90,007 miles (+8,164)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,007 miles
    Test number
    997152225123
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass81,843 miles (+8,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,843 miles
    Test number
    502458457620
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,584 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    73,584 miles
    Test number
    100102967969
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Fail73,584 miles (+13,273)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,584 miles
    Test number
    434771708579
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass60,311 miles (+9,831)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    60,311 miles
    Test number
    842964972254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass50,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    50,480 miles
    Test number
    586374820573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,462 miles (+8,759)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,462 miles
    Test number
    104270033167
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass41,703 miles (+7,596)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    41,703 miles
    Test number
    497794760977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass34,107 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    34,107 miles
    Test number
    116009132751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail34,107 miles (+1,542)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,107 miles
    Test number
    761099030528
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass32,565 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    32,565 miles
    Test number
    703036241736
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Fail32,565 miles (+1,700)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,565 miles
    Test number
    991605961936
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  14. Pass30,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    30,865 miles
    Test number
    288612609040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail30,865 miles (+1,934)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,865 miles
    Test number
    104246522547
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Side walls cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Side walls cracking (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass28,931 miles (+1,926)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    28,931 miles
    Test number
    260062061791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,005 miles (+1,343)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    27,005 miles
    Test number
    695094252291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,662 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    25,662 miles
    Test number
    137023644372
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

  19. Fail25,662 miles (+3,437)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,662 miles
    Test number
    429883844338
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre slightly deteriorated

  20. Pass22,225 miles (+2,845)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    22,225 miles
    Test number
    969684043380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,380 miles (+3,058)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    19,380 miles
    Test number
    549328842331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,322 miles (+4,078)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    16,322 miles
    Test number
    487776241468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,244 miles (+3,080)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    12,244 miles
    Test number
    932314330387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass9,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    9,164 miles
    Test number
    633415739340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 LWU

Does LB56 LWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 LWU is valid until 9 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LWU?
The MOT on LB56 LWU is valid until 9 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 LWU done?
LB56 LWU was recorded at 90,007 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 4,808 miles a year.
Has LB56 LWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LWU has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB56 LWU 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 LWU find?
LB56 LWU passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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