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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LD53 FYMMOT history

LD53 FYM is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 9 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 36 MOT tests, with 71,982 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

LD53 FYM blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
71,982 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
36
21 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,978 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 FYM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 FYM was last recorded at 71,982 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 4,919 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,063 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,919 miles
Average per year
2,978 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,982 miles
  • 2025 – 67,063 miles
  • 2024 – 63,412 miles
  • 2023 – 61,784 miles
  • 2022 – 60,525 miles
  • 2021 – 58,327 miles
  • 2020 – 52,521 miles
  • 2019 – 47,224 miles
  • 2018 – 41,741 miles
  • 2017 – 38,229 miles
  • 2016 – 37,481 miles
  • 2015 – 36,488 miles
  • 2014 – 34,977 miles
  • 2013 – 33,074 miles
  • 2012 – 31,491 miles
  • 2011 – 28,963 miles
  • 2010 – 25,982 miles
  • 2009 – 22,509 miles
  • 2008 – 18,526 miles
  • 2007 – 13,180 miles
  • 2006 – 11,368 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,982 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

36 tests since 31 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,982 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    71,982 miles
    Test number
    737368378297
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail71,982 miles (+4,919)2 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,982 miles
    Test number
    287229584933
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass67,063 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    67,063 miles
    Test number
    715135181444
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail67,063 miles (+3,651)4 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,063 miles
    Test number
    252582305989
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass63,412 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    63,412 miles
    Test number
    487877364055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail63,412 miles (+1,628)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,412 miles
    Test number
    233292485725
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  7. Pass61,784 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    61,784 miles
    Test number
    814795494078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail61,784 miles (+1,259)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,784 miles
    Test number
    933335093185
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

  9. Pass60,525 miles (+2,198)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    60,525 miles
    Test number
    373526973249
    • AdvisoryFront Gearbox mounting defective

  10. Pass58,327 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    58,327 miles
    Test number
    546713818164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail58,327 miles (+5,806)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,327 miles
    Test number
    634396971341
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass52,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    52,521 miles
    Test number
    897725874856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail52,521 miles (+5,297)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,521 miles
    Test number
    757346031512
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass47,224 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    47,224 miles
    Test number
    706805337269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail47,200 miles (+5,459)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,200 miles
    Test number
    642336600396
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

  16. Pass41,741 miles (+3,512)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    41,741 miles
    Test number
    647175484499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    38,229 miles
    Test number
    595287724885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,229 miles (+748)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,229 miles
    Test number
    117055542686
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  19. Pass37,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    37,481 miles
    Test number
    343523488680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,481 miles (+993)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,481 miles
    Test number
    358570131399
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass36,488 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    36,488 miles
    Test number
    482663368422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,488 miles (+1,511)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,488 miles
    Test number
    893446644091
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  23. Fail34,977 miles1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,977 miles
    Test number
    507887444265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront both wiper blades smearing

  24. Pass34,977 miles (+1,903)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    34,977 miles
    Test number
    525997544240
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront both wiper blades smearing

  25. Pass33,074 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    33,074 miles
    Test number
    355153663216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Fail33,074 miles (+1,583)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,074 miles
    Test number
    488363663212
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  27. Pass31,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,491 miles
    Test number
    837316162203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail31,491 miles (+2,528)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,491 miles
    Test number
    726395062266
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  29. Pass28,963 miles (+2,981)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,963 miles
    Test number
    326426351482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass25,982 miles (+3,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    25,982 miles
    Test number
    330488850247
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  31. Pass22,509 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    22,509 miles
    Test number
    452334859245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail22,506 miles (+3,980)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,506 miles
    Test number
    471191759299
    • FailureFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteAll four tyres starting to crack around outer wall and not in a good condion need replacing

  33. Pass18,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    18,526 miles
    Test number
    352801468407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail18,526 miles (+5,346)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,526 miles
    Test number
    521111268281
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  35. Pass13,180 miles (+1,812)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    13,180 miles
    Test number
    982166447269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass11,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    11,368 miles
    Test number
    870611256121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 FYM

Does LD53 FYM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 FYM is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 FYM?
The MOT on LD53 FYM is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 FYM done?
LD53 FYM was recorded at 71,982 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 2,978 miles a year.
Has LD53 FYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 FYM has failed 15 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 FYM 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 LD53 FYM find?
LD53 FYM passed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 6 more.

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