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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,364 cc

LD56 EXLMOT history

LD56 EXL is a black petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 14 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 126,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LD56 EXL black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
126,165 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,571 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 EXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 EXL was last recorded at 126,165 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 927 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
125,238 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
927 miles
Average per year
6,571 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,165 miles
  • 2025 – 125,238 miles
  • 2024 – 121,457 miles
  • 2023 – 112,536 miles
  • 2022 – 110,322 miles
  • 2020 – 104,069 miles
  • 2019 – 98,542 miles
  • 2018 – 94,356 miles
  • 2017 – 86,770 miles
  • 2016 – 81,204 miles
  • 2015 – 70,700 miles
  • 2014 – 59,774 miles
  • 2013 – 50,698 miles
  • 2012 – 43,101 miles
  • 2010 – 22,332 miles
  • 2009 – 16,603 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,165 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,165 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    126,165 miles
    Test number
    986128048529
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail126,165 miles (+927)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,165 miles
    Test number
    859048040637
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass125,238 miles (+3,781)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    125,238 miles
    Test number
    439312585084
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass121,457 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    121,457 miles
    Test number
    829119577515
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Rear wheel steering ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail121,457 miles (+8,921)3 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,457 miles
    Test number
    549948496208
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  6. Pass112,536 miles (+2,214)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    112,536 miles
    Test number
    465653068959
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass110,322 miles (+6,253)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    110,322 miles
    Test number
    961059864817
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass104,069 miles (+5,527)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    104,069 miles
    Test number
    458596291759
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass98,542 miles (+4,186)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    98,542 miles
    Test number
    849492560399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass94,356 miles (+507)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    94,356 miles
    Test number
    792846594840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp outer cover broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass93,849 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    93,849 miles
    Test number
    908819920853
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Fail93,849 miles (+7,079)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,849 miles
    Test number
    532022729921
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass86,770 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    86,770 miles
    Test number
    130540177620
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail86,770 miles (+5,566)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,770 miles
    Test number
    437320296374
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass81,204 miles (+10,504)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    81,204 miles
    Test number
    993532463549

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,700 miles (+10,926)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    70,700 miles
    Test number
    238896035253
    • NoteWet weather

  17. Pass59,774 miles (+9,076)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    59,774 miles
    Test number
    949633424242
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteWet condition

  18. Pass50,698 miles (+7,597)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    50,698 miles
    Test number
    946106823287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear and nearside front tyre perished

  19. Pass43,101 miles (+20,769)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    43,101 miles
    Test number
    995297922237
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass22,332 miles (+5,729)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    22,332 miles
    Test number
    193015460218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,603 miles
    Test number
    353406439423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD56 EXL

Does LD56 EXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD56 EXL is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD56 EXL?
The MOT on LD56 EXL is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD56 EXL done?
LD56 EXL was recorded at 126,165 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 6,571 miles a year.
Has LD56 EXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 EXL has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LD56 EXL 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 LD56 EXL find?
LD56 EXL passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside outer track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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