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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LC55 FHSMOT history

LC55 FHS is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 145,239 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

LC55 FHS blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Jan 2027
Mileage
145,239 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 FHS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 FHS was last recorded at 145,239 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 4,538 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,701 miles · 17 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,538 miles
Average per year
7,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,239 miles
  • 2025 – 140,701 miles
  • 2024 – 139,128 miles
  • 2023 – 135,498 miles
  • 2022 – 130,982 miles
  • 2021 – 124,396 miles
  • 2019 – 112,834 miles
  • 2018 – 101,995 miles
  • 2017 – 92,555 miles
  • 2016 – 83,238 miles
  • 2015 – 75,751 miles
  • 2014 – 65,698 miles
  • 2013 – 57,901 miles
  • 2012 – 47,811 miles
  • 2011 – 38,959 miles
  • 2010 – 27,542 miles
  • 2009 – 17,011 miles
  • 2008 – 6,460 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,239 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2017

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,239 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    145,239 miles
    Test number
    815894493249
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail145,238 miles (+4,537)2 dangerous1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,238 miles
    Test number
    716578544065
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass140,701 miles (+1,573)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    140,701 miles
    Test number
    260877354327
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR [FLEXI TO FLEXI] (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) BOTH SIDES
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass139,128 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    139,128 miles
    Test number
    833747925936
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail139,128 miles (+3,630)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,128 miles
    Test number
    509356105413
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass135,498 miles (+45)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    135,498 miles
    Test number
    741638455142
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail135,453 miles (+4,471)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,453 miles
    Test number
    522246689509
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass130,982 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    130,982 miles
    Test number
    119407949772
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail130,982 miles (+6,586)1 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,982 miles
    Test number
    975358185029
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass124,396 miles (+11,562)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    124,396 miles
    Test number
    879114801195
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass112,834 miles (+10,839)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,834 miles
    Test number
    106181031410
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXIBLE SECTION BROKEN (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass101,995 miles (+184)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,995 miles
    Test number
    130943176578
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded/holed.

  13. Fail101,811 miles (+9,256)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,811 miles
    Test number
    511868893195
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded/holed.

  14. Pass92,555 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    92,555 miles
    Test number
    962320443861
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded/holed and is leaking gas.
    • AdvisoryOff and near side front brake discs show wear/lipped edge.

  15. Fail92,555 miles (+9,317)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,555 miles
    Test number
    484212904941
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAt least 1 light source at the near side rear position lamp is inoperative.
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded/holed and is leaking gas.
    • AdvisoryOff and near side front brake discs show wear/lipped edge.

  16. Pass83,238 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    83,238 miles
    Test number
    944887728838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre bald on inner and outer edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished and cracked.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre extensively perished and cracked.

  17. Fail83,238 miles (+7,487)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,238 miles
    Test number
    182539983738
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre bald on inner and outer edges.
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished and cracked.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre extensively perished and cracked.

  18. Pass75,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    75,751 miles
    Test number
    715720575142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail75,751 miles (+10,053)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,751 miles
    Test number
    638210275116
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass65,698 miles (+7,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    65,698 miles
    Test number
    457723884170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass57,901 miles (+10,090)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    57,901 miles
    Test number
    138191693111
    • NoteBoth N/S tyres and O/S/F worn close to limit

  22. Pass47,811 miles (+8,852)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,811 miles
    Test number
    148797332109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,959 miles (+11,417)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,959 miles
    Test number
    548201761105
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSlight play in offside front tie rod

  24. Pass27,542 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    27,542 miles
    Test number
    621393650117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,539 miles (+10,528)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,539 miles
    Test number
    903858040188
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass17,011 miles (+10,551)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    17,011 miles
    Test number
    211627459160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass6,460 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    6,460 miles
    Test number
    530322868102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 FHS

Does LC55 FHS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC55 FHS is valid until 18 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC55 FHS?
The MOT on LC55 FHS is valid until 18 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC55 FHS done?
LC55 FHS was recorded at 145,239 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 7,887 miles a year.
Has LC55 FHS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 FHS has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LC55 FHS 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 LC55 FHS find?
LC55 FHS passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front coil spring corroded; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 3 more.

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