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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LC08 XCLMOT history

LC08 XCL is a black petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 28 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023 and it has passed 9 of 14 MOT tests, with 89,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2022.

LC08 XCL black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2023
Mileage
89,879 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2022
MOT tests
14
9 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,551 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 XCL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 XCL was last recorded at 89,879 miles on 18 Aug 2022, 2,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2018.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Nov 2017: 84,205 miles, lower than 84,220 miles on 18 Nov 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
87,258 miles · 21 Nov 2018
Between the last two tests
2,621 miles
Average per year
5,551 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,879 miles
  • 2018 – 87,258 miles
  • 2017 – 84,205 miles
  • 2016 – 76,710 miles
  • 2015 – 71,768 miles
  • 2014 – 65,890 miles
  • 2013 – 62,107 miles
  • 2012 – 48,450 miles
  • 2011 – 27,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,879 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

14 tests since 27 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    89,879 miles
    Test number
    495748058682
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  2. Fail89,879 miles (+2,621)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,879 miles
    Test number
    187612412549
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  3. Pass87,258 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,258 miles
    Test number
    904648450022
    • AdvisoryAnti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smeary
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged but secure/ no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  4. Fail87,258 miles (+3,053)2 dangerous4 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,258 miles
    Test number
    568078414614
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryAnti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smeary
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged but secure/ no sharp edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  5. Pass84,205 miles (-15)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    84,205 miles
    Test number
    672997525549
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  6. Fail84,220 miles (+7,510)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,220 miles
    Test number
    376110730068
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  7. Pass76,710 miles (+4,942)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,710 miles
    Test number
    412083887030
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  8. Pass71,768 miles (+5,878)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    71,768 miles
    Test number
    769478865138
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAccident damage all around car
  9. Pass65,890 miles (+3,783)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    65,890 miles
    Test number
    315249264123
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWasher bottle leaking
  10. Fail62,107 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,107 miles
    Test number
    239609863123
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  11. Pass62,107 miles (+13,657)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,107 miles
    Test number
    616489663115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass48,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    48,450 miles
    Test number
    259913472150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail48,450 miles (+20,897)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,450 miles
    Test number
    708903372159
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
  14. Pass27,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    27,553 miles
    Test number
    237277041186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 XCL

Does LC08 XCL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 XCL expired on 17 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 XCL?
The MOT on LC08 XCL expired on 17 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 XCL done?
LC08 XCL was recorded at 89,879 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2022, an average of 5,551 miles a year.
Has LC08 XCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 XCL has failed 5 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LC08 XCL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Nov 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LC08 XCL find?
LC08 XCL passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2022 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off.

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