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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Petrol · 2012 · 1,398 cc

LP61 BYSMOT history

LP61 BYS is a black petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 21 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 97,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

LP61 BYS black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
97,507 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,054 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP61 BYS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
21 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP61 BYS was last recorded at 97,507 miles on 6 Oct 2026, 10,585 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,922 miles · 7 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
10,585 miles
Average per year
6,054 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,507 miles
  • 2025 – 86,922 miles
  • 2024 – 76,665 miles
  • 2023 – 66,409 miles
  • 2022 – 58,870 miles
  • 2021 – 54,469 miles
  • 2020 – 51,172 miles
  • 2019 – 46,640 miles
  • 2018 – 42,491 miles
  • 2017 – 38,587 miles
  • 2015 – 33,319 miles
  • 2014 – 26,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,507 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine + gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Near side DRL light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,507 miles (+10,585)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    97,507 miles
    Test number
    486427041022
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine + gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass86,922 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    86,922 miles
    Test number
    971881858054
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Fail86,922 miles (+10,257)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,922 miles
    Test number
    309845477184
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working both front (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass76,665 miles (+10,256)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    76,665 miles
    Test number
    392219839826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass66,409 miles (+3,116)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    66,409 miles
    Test number
    885075802469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,293 miles (+4,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    63,293 miles
    Test number
    717093895182
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass58,870 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    58,870 miles
    Test number
    546714415481
    • AdvisoryNear side DRL light not working

  8. Fail58,837 miles (+4,368)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,837 miles
    Test number
    767922119707
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device cannot be operated from the driver's seat (4.1.5 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNear side DRL light not working

  9. Pass54,469 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    54,469 miles
    Test number
    691139138799
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail54,459 miles (+3,287)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,459 miles
    Test number
    964385950803
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass51,172 miles (+4,532)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    51,172 miles
    Test number
    619543503268
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass46,640 miles (+4,149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    46,640 miles
    Test number
    174249391408
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass42,491 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    42,491 miles
    Test number
    164444609118
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Fail42,491 miles (+3,904)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,491 miles
    Test number
    693617665757
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass38,587 miles (+5,268)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    38,587 miles
    Test number
    578010626115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,319 miles (+7,103)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    33,319 miles
    Test number
    324011900523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    26,216 miles
    Test number
    755021564333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP61 BYS

Does LP61 BYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP61 BYS is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP61 BYS?
The MOT on LP61 BYS is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP61 BYS done?
LP61 BYS was recorded at 97,507 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2026, an average of 6,054 miles a year.
Has LP61 BYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP61 BYS has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LP61 BYS 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 LP61 BYS find?
LP61 BYS passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi pipe; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt; offside rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp, and 1 more.

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