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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,298 cc

LK56 NMZMOT history

LK56 NMZ is a black diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 31 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 168,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

LK56 NMZ black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
168,194 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 NMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,298 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 NMZ was last recorded at 168,194 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 967 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,227 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
967 miles
Average per year
7,350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,194 miles
  • 2025 – 167,227 miles
  • 2024 – 165,949 miles
  • 2023 – 164,720 miles
  • 2022 – 162,267 miles
  • 2021 – 160,449 miles
  • 2020 – 158,360 miles
  • 2019 – 153,342 miles
  • 2018 – 147,543 miles
  • 2017 – 141,484 miles
  • 2016 – 135,366 miles
  • 2014 – 118,410 miles
  • 2013 – 108,466 miles
  • 2012 – 100,629 miles
  • 2011 – 88,953 miles
  • 2010 – 67,324 miles
  • 2009 – 46,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,194 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 13 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,194 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    168,194 miles
    Test number
    211270098251
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail168,192 miles (+965)1 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,192 miles
    Test number
    319843567914
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass167,227 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    167,227 miles
    Test number
    938054347508
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail167,227 miles (+1,278)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,227 miles
    Test number
    191232938981
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass165,949 miles (+1,229)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    165,949 miles
    Test number
    671365201434
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (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 Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass164,720 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    164,720 miles
    Test number
    451832765308
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail164,720 miles (+2,453)3 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,720 miles
    Test number
    366677811546
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • 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 pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass162,267 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    162,267 miles
    Test number
    739196847718
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail162,267 miles (+1,818)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,267 miles
    Test number
    664566060678
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass160,449 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    160,449 miles
    Test number
    989028053361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail160,449 miles (+2,089)5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,449 miles
    Test number
    298381186860
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass158,360 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    158,360 miles
    Test number
    204580557626
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  13. Fail158,360 miles (+5,018)1 dangerous2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,360 miles
    Test number
    531942264691
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective misted (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge heavily worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  14. Pass153,342 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    153,342 miles
    Test number
    772407861860
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Fail153,342 miles (+5,799)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,342 miles
    Test number
    994573712098
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  16. Pass147,543 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    147,543 miles
    Test number
    579139876230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail147,543 miles (+6,059)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,543 miles
    Test number
    140396397086
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass141,484 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    141,484 miles
    Test number
    583787183518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail141,469 miles (+6,103)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,469 miles
    Test number
    655202657491
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  20. Pass135,366 miles (+16,956)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    135,366 miles
    Test number
    873042242624
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass118,410 miles (+9,944)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    118,410 miles
    Test number
    595424074152
    • 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)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass108,466 miles (+7,837)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    108,466 miles
    Test number
    149225873168
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight play n/s steering rack arm

  23. Pass100,629 miles (+11,676)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    100,629 miles
    Test number
    527569472182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass88,953 miles (+21,629)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    88,953 miles
    Test number
    365676801259
    • 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)

  25. Pass67,324 miles (+21,281)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    67,324 miles
    Test number
    920177710268
    • NoteSlight play in both inner track rod ball joints.

  26. Pass46,043 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    46,043 miles
    Test number
    234906429290
    • NoteSlight play felt at near side front wheel poss wear in inner track rod joint

  27. Fail46,043 miles2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,043 miles
    Test number
    993775629267
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteBrake and clutch pedel rubbers are worn
    • NoteFront brake discs are in poor condition
    • NoteSlight play felt at near side front wheel poss wear in inner track rod joint

Questions about LK56 NMZ

Does LK56 NMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK56 NMZ is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK56 NMZ?
The MOT on LK56 NMZ is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK56 NMZ done?
LK56 NMZ was recorded at 168,194 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 7,350 miles a year.
Has LK56 NMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 NMZ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LK56 NMZ 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 LK56 NMZ find?
LK56 NMZ passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 5 more.

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