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Vauxhall Meriva

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LR05 OCHMOT history

LR05 OCH is a blue petrol Vauxhall Meriva first used on 16 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 55,411 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

LR05 OCH blue Vauxhall Meriva – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Meriva, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
55,411 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,558 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 OCH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Meriva
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 OCH was last recorded at 55,411 miles on 26 May 2026, 142 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,269 miles · 20 May 2026
Between the last two tests
142 miles
Average per year
2,558 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,411 miles
  • 2025 – 49,937 miles
  • 2024 – 42,811 miles
  • 2023 – 40,049 miles
  • 2022 – 38,729 miles
  • 2021 – 37,630 miles
  • 2020 – 37,074 miles
  • 2019 – 35,736 miles
  • 2018 – 34,514 miles
  • 2017 – 32,301 miles
  • 2016 – 30,430 miles
  • 2015 – 28,829 miles
  • 2014 – 26,368 miles
  • 2013 – 24,182 miles
  • 2012 – 21,600 miles
  • 2011 – 19,458 miles
  • 2010 – 16,919 miles
  • 2009 – 12,480 miles
  • 2008 – 9,178 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,411 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded 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.

  • Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2016–2022

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 29 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,411 miles (+142)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    55,411 miles
    Test number
    755612225636
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail55,269 miles (+5,332)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,269 miles
    Test number
    369248954875
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass49,937 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    49,937 miles
    Test number
    745893030597
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail49,935 miles (+7,124)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,935 miles
    Test number
    295518482916
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass42,811 miles (+2,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    42,811 miles
    Test number
    385673561635
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass40,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    40,049 miles
    Test number
    262082807450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail40,049 miles (+1,320)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,049 miles
    Test number
    590371544482
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass38,729 miles (+1,099)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    38,729 miles
    Test number
    289627667553
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  9. Pass37,630 miles (+556)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    37,630 miles
    Test number
    793240207165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  10. Pass37,074 miles (+1,338)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2021
    Odometer
    37,074 miles
    Test number
    825684135536
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect very slight misting (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  11. Pass35,736 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2020
    Odometer
    35,736 miles
    Test number
    990612173251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail35,733 miles (+1,219)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,733 miles
    Test number
    696051543791
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass34,514 miles (+2,213)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    34,514 miles
    Test number
    289529387757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  14. Pass32,301 miles (+1,871)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    32,301 miles
    Test number
    156462627678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  15. Pass30,430 miles (+1,601)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    30,430 miles
    Test number
    607072789752
    • AdvisoryFront both sides tyre's slightly perished on outer tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear both sides tyre's slightly perished
    • AdvisoryUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  16. Pass28,829 miles (+2,461)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    28,829 miles
    Test number
    238821125484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  17. Pass26,368 miles (+2,186)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    26,368 miles
    Test number
    625221124140
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass24,182 miles (+2,582)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    24,182 miles
    Test number
    309772023153
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

  19. Pass21,600 miles (+2,142)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    21,600 miles
    Test number
    748205522108
    • NoteUnable to fully inspect due to covers and sheilds

  20. Pass19,458 miles (+2,539)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    19,458 miles
    Test number
    806351231168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass16,919 miles (+4,439)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    16,919 miles
    Test number
    211910930491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,480 miles (+3,302)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    12,480 miles
    Test number
    220487419478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    9,178 miles
    Test number
    594260028141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 OCH

Does LR05 OCH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 OCH is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR05 OCH?
The MOT on LR05 OCH is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 OCH done?
LR05 OCH was recorded at 55,411 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 2,558 miles a year.
Has LR05 OCH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 OCH has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LR05 OCH 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 LR05 OCH find?
LR05 OCH passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 6 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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