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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,910 cc

LL54 BOWMOT history

LL54 BOW is a silver diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 17 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 106,998 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 May 2026.

LL54 BOW silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
106,998 mi
At MOT on 18 May 2026
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL54 BOW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
18 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL54 BOW was last recorded at 106,998 miles on 18 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,998 miles · 15 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,998 miles
  • 2024 – 85,241 miles
  • 2023 – 84,197 miles
  • 2022 – 81,660 miles
  • 2021 – 81,536 miles
  • 2020 – 78,637 miles
  • 2019 – 66,968 miles
  • 2018 – 60,153 miles
  • 2017 – 54,468 miles
  • 2016 – 49,092 miles
  • 2015 – 44,386 miles
  • 2014 – 39,157 miles
  • 2013 – 36,702 miles
  • 2012 – 32,560 miles
  • 2011 – 26,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,998 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,998 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    106,998 miles
    Test number
    153104495851
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail106,998 miles (+21,757)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,998 miles
    Test number
    633993330153
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass85,241 miles (+1,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    85,241 miles
    Test number
    634713771270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass84,197 miles (+2,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    84,197 miles
    Test number
    592616670879
    • AdvisoryHeavy sealed under body

  5. Pass81,660 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,660 miles
    Test number
    236562254548
    • AdvisoryCovers Fitted On Sills (Inner & Outer
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Under-sealed.

  6. Fail81,660 miles (+124)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,660 miles
    Test number
    522238838807
    • Repaired at testRear Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers Fitted On Sills (Inner & Outer
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers / Under-trays Fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-chassis, Suspension, Exhaust & Brake components corroded.
    • AdvisoryVehicle is Under-sealed.

  7. Pass81,536 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,536 miles
    Test number
    917358464726
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail81,536 miles (+10)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,536 miles
    Test number
    384365388217
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Backbox Broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Fail81,526 miles (+2,889)7 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,526 miles
    Test number
    917614197081
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to rear silencer (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCenter exhaust corroded

  10. Pass78,637 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    159036506849
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s washer jet poor

  11. Fail78,637 miles (+11,669)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,637 miles
    Test number
    893232827761
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively slight (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryO/s washer jet poor

  12. Pass66,968 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    66,968 miles
    Test number
    321944780554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail66,942 miles (+6,789)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,942 miles
    Test number
    173094573733
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  14. Pass60,153 miles (+5,685)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    60,153 miles
    Test number
    377060880454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,468 miles (+5,376)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    54,468 miles
    Test number
    808975235241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,092 miles (+4,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    49,092 miles
    Test number
    777979568652
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass44,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,386 miles
    Test number
    655406205115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail44,386 miles (+5,229)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,386 miles
    Test number
    245376705171
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass39,157 miles (+2,455)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    39,157 miles
    Test number
    619868294085
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass36,702 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    36,702 miles
    Test number
    599550903162
    • NoteRear tyres out of shape

  21. Fail36,702 miles (+4,142)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,702 miles
    Test number
    717350603107
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres out of shape

  22. Pass32,560 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    32,560 miles
    Test number
    276005102490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail32,552 miles (+6,148)4 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,552 miles
    Test number
    965974402169
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  24. Pass26,404 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    26,404 miles
    Test number
    136824791021
    • NoteNear side rear tyre=Cuts in tread (no canvas visable)

Questions about LL54 BOW

Does LL54 BOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL54 BOW is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL54 BOW?
The MOT on LL54 BOW is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL54 BOW done?
LL54 BOW was recorded at 106,998 miles at its MOT on 18 May 2026, an average of 5,330 miles a year.
Has LL54 BOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL54 BOW has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LL54 BOW 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 LL54 BOW find?
LL54 BOW passed its latest MOT on 18 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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