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Vauxhall Adam

Blue · Petrol · 2018 · 1,229 cc

LP18 DMUMOT history

LP18 DMU is a blue petrol Vauxhall Adam first used on 27 Jun 2018. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 51,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

LP18 DMU blue Vauxhall Adam – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Adam, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
51,108 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP18 DMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Adam
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
27 Jun 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP18 DMU was last recorded at 51,108 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 6,311 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,797 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
6,311 miles
Average per year
5,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 51,108 miles
  • 2025 – 44,797 miles
  • 2024 – 38,812 miles
  • 2023 – 32,625 miles
  • 2022 – 30,662 miles
  • 2021 – 20,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,108 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 7 May 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,108 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    51,108 miles
    Test number
    740935337041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail51,108 miles (+6,311)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,108 miles
    Test number
    558913705704
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass44,797 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    44,797 miles
    Test number
    521577335334
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail44,797 miles (+5,985)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,797 miles
    Test number
    239506200360
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper blade split (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass38,812 miles (+6,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    38,812 miles
    Test number
    148300485892
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass32,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    32,625 miles
    Test number
    751668485457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail32,625 miles (+217)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,625 miles
    Test number
    938948042577
    • DangerousNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass32,408 miles (+1,746)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    32,408 miles
    Test number
    492178556317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,662 miles (+3,295)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    30,662 miles
    Test number
    970035333597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass27,367 miles (+26)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    27,367 miles
    Test number
    306675665172
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  11. Fail27,341 miles (+7,034)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,341 miles
    Test number
    181744096512
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  12. Pass20,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    20,307 miles
    Test number
    133277628768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP18 DMU

Does LP18 DMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP18 DMU is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP18 DMU?
The MOT on LP18 DMU is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP18 DMU done?
LP18 DMU was recorded at 51,108 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 5,878 miles a year.
Has LP18 DMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP18 DMU has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LP18 DMU 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 LP18 DMU find?
LP18 DMU passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm; rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side.

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