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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

LR08 ELUMOT history

LR08 ELU is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 12 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 9 Dec 2024 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 122,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2023.

LR08 ELU silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Dec 2024
Mileage
122,014 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2023
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,195 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 ELU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 ELU was last recorded at 122,014 miles on 9 Dec 2023, 15,091 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,923 miles · 14 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
15,091 miles
Average per year
8,195 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 122,014 miles
  • 2022 – 106,923 miles
  • 2021 – 96,545 miles
  • 2020 – 83,761 miles
  • 2019 – 72,007 miles
  • 2018 – 55,779 miles
  • 2017 – 38,514 miles
  • 2016 – 32,171 miles
  • 2015 – 28,257 miles
  • 2014 – 24,141 miles
  • 2013 – 23,208 miles
  • 2012 – 21,988 miles
  • 2011 – 17,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,014 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (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.

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass122,014 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    122,014 miles
    Test number
    567874100442
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail122,014 miles (+15,091)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,014 miles
    Test number
    457630235773
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass106,923 miles (+10,378)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    106,923 miles
    Test number
    213970855198
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass96,545 miles (+12,784)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    96,545 miles
    Test number
    281525430941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,761 miles (+11,754)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    83,761 miles
    Test number
    216064711866
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass72,007 miles (+16,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    72,007 miles
    Test number
    504644727032
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass55,779 miles (+17,265)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    55,779 miles
    Test number
    221042157972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass38,514 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    38,514 miles
    Test number
    621828376810
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  9. Fail38,513 miles (+2,390)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,513 miles
    Test number
    996148279726
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  10. Pass36,123 miles (+3,952)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    36,123 miles
    Test number
    270110557051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass32,171 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    32,171 miles
    Test number
    393223420879
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail32,171 miles (+3,914)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,171 miles
    Test number
    228322472772
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass28,257 miles (+4,116)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,257 miles
    Test number
    317009065032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  14. Pass24,141 miles (+933)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    24,141 miles
    Test number
    698148144010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  15. Pass23,208 miles (+1,220)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    23,208 miles
    Test number
    805302353032
    • NoteAirbag light on

  16. Pass21,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,988 miles
    Test number
    387739842038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail21,988 miles (+4,888)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,988 miles
    Test number
    945439242046
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail17,100 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,100 miles
    Test number
    107860851097
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

  19. Pass17,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    17,100 miles
    Test number
    876070751083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 ELU

Does LR08 ELU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 ELU expired on 9 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 ELU?
The MOT on LR08 ELU expired on 9 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 ELU done?
LR08 ELU was recorded at 122,014 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2023, an average of 8,195 miles a year.
Has LR08 ELU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 ELU has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 ELU 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 ELU find?
LR08 ELU passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2023 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; oil leak, but not excessive.

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