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Chevrolet Captiva

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,991 cc

LB57 LJLMOT history

LB57 LJL is a blue diesel Chevrolet Captiva first used on 29 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 79,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
79,147 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 LJL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Captiva
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 LJL was last recorded at 79,147 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,124 miles · 25 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
4,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,147 miles
  • 2024 – 73,531 miles
  • 2023 – 68,710 miles
  • 2022 – 64,183 miles
  • 2021 – 56,490 miles
  • 2020 – 42,092 miles
  • 2019 – 34,208 miles
  • 2018 – 32,471 miles
  • 2017 – 30,692 miles
  • 2015 – 29,551 miles
  • 2014 – 19,373 miles
  • 2012 – 15,414 miles
  • 2011 – 10,871 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,147 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sunvisor (3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,147 miles (+23)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    79,147 miles
    Test number
    822100055911
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sunvisor (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Fail79,124 miles (+5,593)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,124 miles
    Test number
    390662650797
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sunvisor (3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass73,531 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    73,531 miles
    Test number
    106233374180
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail73,531 miles (+4,821)4 dangerous6 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,531 miles
    Test number
    673381423184
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass68,710 miles (+4,527)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    68,710 miles
    Test number
    916908695111
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass64,183 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    64,183 miles
    Test number
    796865937606
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  7. Fail64,183 miles (+7,693)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,183 miles
    Test number
    219739067507
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEml light on

  8. Pass56,490 miles (+14,398)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    56,490 miles
    Test number
    645822278437
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass42,092 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    42,092 miles
    Test number
    588651880119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail42,088 miles (+7,880)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,088 miles
    Test number
    242626632944
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass34,208 miles (+1,737)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    34,208 miles
    Test number
    819195760943
    • AdvisoryHandbrake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass32,471 miles (+1,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    32,471 miles
    Test number
    390947947200
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  13. Pass30,692 miles (+1,141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    30,692 miles
    Test number
    430877338304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outter edge worn
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil damp (2.7.3)

  14. Pass29,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    29,551 miles
    Test number
    303920221503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail29,551 miles (+10,178)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,551 miles
    Test number
    400738780302
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  16. Pass19,373 miles (+3,959)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    19,373 miles
    Test number
    346178534045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass15,414 miles (+4,543)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    15,414 miles
    Test number
    196134432054
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Pass10,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    10,871 miles
    Test number
    666726721029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 LJL

Does LB57 LJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 LJL is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB57 LJL?
The MOT on LB57 LJL is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 LJL done?
LB57 LJL was recorded at 79,147 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 4,599 miles a year.
Has LB57 LJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 LJL has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 LJL 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 LB57 LJL find?
LB57 LJL passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction sunvisor; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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