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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,198 cc

LL03 CGXMOT history

LL03 CGX is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 23 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 22 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

LL03 CGX silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
76,297 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
28
22 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL03 CGX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
23 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL03 CGX was last recorded at 76,297 miles on 7 May 2026, 499 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,798 miles · 7 May 2025
Between the last two tests
499 miles
Average per year
2,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,297 miles
  • 2025 – 75,798 miles
  • 2024 – 75,408 miles
  • 2023 – 74,826 miles
  • 2022 – 74,481 miles
  • 2021 – 73,874 miles
  • 2020 – 72,968 miles
  • 2019 – 67,064 miles
  • 2018 – 63,661 miles
  • 2017 – 60,614 miles
  • 2016 – 60,605 miles
  • 2015 – 59,884 miles
  • 2014 – 53,233 miles
  • 2013 – 44,048 miles
  • 2012 – 40,388 miles
  • 2010 – 34,799 miles
  • 2009 – 32,863 miles
  • 2008 – 30,033 miles
  • 2007 – 26,062 miles
  • 2006 – 24,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,297 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,297 miles (+499)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    76,297 miles
    Test number
    852176902718
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass75,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    75,798 miles
    Test number
    894747831429
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail75,797 miles (+389)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,797 miles
    Test number
    735993659983
    • DangerousOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting missing rear bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass75,408 miles (+582)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    75,408 miles
    Test number
    738138801836
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective silencer rubber hanger deteriorated (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass74,826 miles (+345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    74,826 miles
    Test number
    286370630263
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass74,481 miles (+607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    74,481 miles
    Test number
    962365977455
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass73,874 miles (+906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    73,874 miles
    Test number
    564746403821
    • AdvisoryWipers smeary

  8. Pass72,968 miles (+715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    72,968 miles
    Test number
    652520585956
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass72,253 miles (+5,189)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    72,253 miles
    Test number
    937470310475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass67,064 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    67,064 miles
    Test number
    452923606588
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front upper McPherson strut top mounts

  11. Fail67,064 miles (+3,403)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,064 miles
    Test number
    547609779710
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front upper McPherson strut top mounts

  12. Pass63,661 miles (+3,047)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,661 miles
    Test number
    542814561741
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak

  13. Pass60,614 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    60,614 miles
    Test number
    669329261183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,605 miles (+721)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,605 miles
    Test number
    457036398160
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass59,884 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    59,884 miles
    Test number
    398668572103
    • AdvisoryDamage to bumper offside rear

  16. Fail59,884 miles (+6,651)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,884 miles
    Test number
    993431571552
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDamage to bumper offside rear

  17. Pass53,233 miles (+4,301)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    53,233 miles
    Test number
    475867334339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,932 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,932 miles
    Test number
    249786854122
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on edges

  19. Fail48,929 miles (+4,881)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,929 miles
    Test number
    805936554155
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on edges

  20. Pass44,048 miles (+3,660)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,048 miles
    Test number
    339669763192
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteSlight front brake inbalance

  21. Pass40,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,388 miles
    Test number
    247287972169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    918615631226
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass34,799 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    34,799 miles
    Test number
    804247230226
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail34,799 miles (+1,936)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,799 miles
    Test number
    891187430258
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass32,863 miles (+2,830)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    32,863 miles
    Test number
    392720249204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,033 miles (+3,971)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    30,033 miles
    Test number
    391509638264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass26,062 miles (+1,780)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    26,062 miles
    Test number
    300141717495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass24,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    24,282 miles
    Test number
    872352046212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL03 CGX

Does LL03 CGX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL03 CGX is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL03 CGX?
The MOT on LL03 CGX is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL03 CGX done?
LL03 CGX was recorded at 76,297 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 2,642 miles a year.
Has LL03 CGX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL03 CGX has failed 6 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LL03 CGX 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 LL03 CGX find?
LL03 CGX passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 3 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration; rear coil spring corroded both.

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