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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 1,598 cc

LB56 XTJMOT history

LB56 XTJ is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 23 Jan 2007. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2025 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 137,704 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2025
Mileage
137,704 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
23 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB56 XTJ was last recorded at 137,704 miles on 5 Mar 2025, 10,984 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,720 miles · 7 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
10,984 miles
Average per year
7,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,704 miles
  • 2024 – 126,720 miles
  • 2023 – 120,648 miles
  • 2022 – 108,663 miles
  • 2021 – 96,167 miles
  • 2020 – 83,573 miles
  • 2019 – 74,102 miles
  • 2017 – 71,938 miles
  • 2016 – 69,096 miles
  • 2015 – 67,147 miles
  • 2014 – 61,406 miles
  • 2013 – 53,021 miles
  • 2012 – 46,617 miles
  • 2011 – 41,129 miles
  • 2010 – 35,087 miles
  • 2009 – 27,808 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail137,704 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust system tail box / centre section of system joins both sections together (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront exhaust system flexi pipe section deteriorated
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to other brake hose, small pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm, just above requirements (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to other brake hose, small pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre, misshaped on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

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.

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Exhaust front flexible joint deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail137,704 miles (+10,984)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,704 miles
    Test number
    150844080138
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust system tail box / centre section of system joins both sections together (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust system flexi pipe section deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to other brake hose, small pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front and rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm, just above requirements (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from brake hose to other brake hose, small pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre, misshaped on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides

  2. Pass126,720 miles (+6,072)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    126,720 miles
    Test number
    597152793776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass120,648 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    120,648 miles
    Test number
    199042724369
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible joint deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail120,648 miles (+11,985)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,648 miles
    Test number
    533869761086
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexible joint deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass108,663 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    108,663 miles
    Test number
    414865586935
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi section damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail108,663 miles (+12,496)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,663 miles
    Test number
    682817774507
    • MajorCoil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi section damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass96,167 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    96,167 miles
    Test number
    244619271619
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail96,167 miles (+12,594)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,167 miles
    Test number
    148823603658
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass83,573 miles (+9,471)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    83,573 miles
    Test number
    620954705273
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi damaged but not leaking
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass74,102 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    74,102 miles
    Test number
    852375457813
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension bearing slight roughness

  11. Fail74,100 miles (+2,162)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,100 miles
    Test number
    768815297357
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper suspension bearing slight roughness

  12. Pass71,938 miles (+2,842)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,938 miles
    Test number
    639384077292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass69,096 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    69,096 miles
    Test number
    420690565937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,147 miles (+5,741)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    67,147 miles
    Test number
    131872974228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,406 miles (+8,385)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,406 miles
    Test number
    219788314351
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  16. Pass53,021 miles (+6,404)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    53,021 miles
    Test number
    475716423368
    • NoteRear tyres perrished
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

  17. Pass46,617 miles (+5,488)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    46,617 miles
    Test number
    817102612332
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre has a deep cut to tread no cord visible
    • NoteN/S/R tyre perished
    • NoteO/S/R tyre worn unevenly on inner edge
    • NoteFront tyres worn unevenly on inner edges

  18. Pass41,129 miles (+6,042)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,129 miles
    Test number
    658100521389
    • NoteDeep cut in nearside rear tyre tread, no visable cord
    • NoteRear tyres wearing unevenly on inner edges

  19. Pass35,087 miles (+7,279)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    35,087 miles
    Test number
    291060020310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,808 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    27,808 miles
    Test number
    883425739300
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB56 XTJ

Does LB56 XTJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 XTJ expired on 17 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XTJ?
The MOT on LB56 XTJ expired on 17 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 XTJ done?
LB56 XTJ was recorded at 137,704 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2025, an average of 7,202 miles a year.
Has LB56 XTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XTJ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 XTJ 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 XTJ find?
LB56 XTJ failed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2025 with 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front coil spring fractured or broken; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 9 more.

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