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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

LC08 MHJMOT history

LC08 MHJ is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 27 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 47,896 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

LC08 MHJ blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
47,896 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 MHJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
27 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 MHJ was last recorded at 47,896 miles on 15 May 2026, 9,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
38,698 miles · 2 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
9,198 miles
Average per year
2,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 47,896 miles
  • 2024 – 38,698 miles
  • 2023 – 36,396 miles
  • 2022 – 32,572 miles
  • 2021 – 29,042 miles
  • 2020 – 27,590 miles
  • 2019 – 26,852 miles
  • 2018 – 25,676 miles
  • 2017 – 25,224 miles
  • 2016 – 24,462 miles
  • 2015 – 23,538 miles
  • 2014 – 22,611 miles
  • 2013 – 21,676 miles
  • 2012 – 19,367 miles
  • 2011 – 16,676 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,896 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

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 Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass47,896 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    47,896 miles
    Test number
    679308893441
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail47,896 miles (+9,198)5 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,896 miles
    Test number
    980342231893
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass38,698 miles (+2,302)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    38,698 miles
    Test number
    481319457916
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread faded (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass36,396 miles (+3,824)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    36,396 miles
    Test number
    250495095050
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass32,572 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    32,572 miles
    Test number
    648682920090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail32,572 miles (+3,530)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,572 miles
    Test number
    483120339577
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass29,042 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    29,042 miles
    Test number
    429069626655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail29,042 miles (+1,452)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,042 miles
    Test number
    980804872712
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass27,590 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    27,590 miles
    Test number
    213340428410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail27,590 miles (+738)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,590 miles
    Test number
    414822095063
    • DangerousTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Nearside front and both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass26,852 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    26,852 miles
    Test number
    711268079308
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail26,852 miles (+1,176)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,852 miles
    Test number
    116448814357
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass25,676 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    25,676 miles
    Test number
    676444639081
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail25,676 miles (+452)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,676 miles
    Test number
    169955674040
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass25,224 miles (+762)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    25,224 miles
    Test number
    954574251161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    24,462 miles
    Test number
    767135367607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail24,462 miles (+924)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,462 miles
    Test number
    264209992827
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass23,538 miles (+927)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    23,538 miles
    Test number
    797732505236
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished
    • NoteO/s/r disc corroded

  19. Pass22,611 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    22,611 miles
    Test number
    567341634216
    • NoteDamage to nearside door mirror
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc heavily corroded
    • NoteSome difference in rear service brake rise and fall rate

  20. Fail22,611 miles (+935)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,611 miles
    Test number
    259311634257
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • NoteDamage to nearside door mirror
    • NoteOffside rear brake disc heavily corroded
    • NoteSome difference in rear service brake rise and fall rate

  21. Pass21,676 miles (+2,309)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    21,676 miles
    Test number
    917819843277
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc corroded
    • NoteSome rear service brake imbalance

  22. Pass19,367 miles (+2,691)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,367 miles
    Test number
    797251152269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    16,676 miles
    Test number
    689421911120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 MHJ

Does LC08 MHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC08 MHJ is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC08 MHJ?
The MOT on LC08 MHJ is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC08 MHJ done?
LC08 MHJ was recorded at 47,896 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 2,072 miles a year.
Has LC08 MHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 MHJ has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LC08 MHJ 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 LC08 MHJ find?
LC08 MHJ passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases center joint; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 3 more.

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