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Vauxhall Meriva

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,364 cc

LR08 CXJMOT history

LR08 CXJ is a black petrol Vauxhall Meriva first used on 17 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 125,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2025.

LR08 CXJ black Vauxhall Meriva – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2026
Mileage
125,007 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,464 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 CXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Meriva
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 CXJ was last recorded at 125,007 miles on 27 Mar 2025, 4,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,596 miles · 24 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
4,411 miles
Average per year
6,464 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 125,007 miles
  • 2024 – 120,596 miles
  • 2023 – 113,441 miles
  • 2022 – 112,394 miles
  • 2021 – 111,090 miles
  • 2019 – 106,837 miles
  • 2018 – 105,116 miles
  • 2017 – 103,027 miles
  • 2016 – 94,434 miles
  • 2015 – 85,051 miles
  • 2014 – 74,443 miles
  • 2013 – 61,463 miles
  • 2012 – 48,973 miles
  • 2011 – 34,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,007 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,007 miles (+4,411)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    125,007 miles
    Test number
    851302807918
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass120,596 miles (+7,155)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    120,596 miles
    Test number
    499751376742
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,441 miles (+1,047)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    113,441 miles
    Test number
    375668823790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,394 miles (+1,304)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    112,394 miles
    Test number
    615015705103
    • AdvisoryGearbox mounting defective
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge +heavy perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFan belt wearing

  5. Pass111,090 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    111,090 miles
    Test number
    744468375644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail111,090 miles (+4,253)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,090 miles
    Test number
    775384441562
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass106,837 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    106,837 miles
    Test number
    637759909573
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on the inner edge

  8. Fail106,830 miles (+1,714)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,830 miles
    Test number
    144093239973
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on the inner edge

  9. Pass105,116 miles (+2,089)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    105,116 miles
    Test number
    541925293408
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing on edges+perishing,offside front link rod boot wearing,wear in anti roll bar bushes,gear box mounting worn,oil leaks

  10. Pass103,027 miles (+8,593)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    103,027 miles
    Test number
    168083409111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass94,434 miles (+9,383)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    94,434 miles
    Test number
    514626705075
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass85,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,051 miles
    Test number
    665274955133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,051 miles (+10,608)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,051 miles
    Test number
    855453455110
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre flat

  14. Fail74,443 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,443 miles
    Test number
    218604954430
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass74,443 miles (+12,980)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    74,443 miles
    Test number
    576424854157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass61,463 miles (+12,490)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,463 miles
    Test number
    439793733103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,973 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,973 miles
    Test number
    905018932100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail48,973 miles (+14,260)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,973 miles
    Test number
    118348532160
    • FailureOffside Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass34,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    34,713 miles
    Test number
    399548791083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 CXJ

Does LR08 CXJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 CXJ expired on 26 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 CXJ?
The MOT on LR08 CXJ expired on 26 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 CXJ done?
LR08 CXJ was recorded at 125,007 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2025, an average of 6,464 miles a year.
Has LR08 CXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 CXJ has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LR08 CXJ 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 LR08 CXJ find?
LR08 CXJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2025 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 7 more.

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