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Vauxhall Meriva

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 ETJMOT history

LR08 ETJ is a blue petrol Vauxhall Meriva first used on 20 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 39,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

LR08 ETJ blue Vauxhall Meriva – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Meriva, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
39,733 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 ETJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Meriva
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 ETJ was last recorded at 39,733 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 3,787 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,946 miles · 18 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,787 miles
Average per year
1,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,733 miles
  • 2025 – 35,946 miles
  • 2024 – 28,423 miles
  • 2023 – 27,067 miles
  • 2022 – 25,617 miles
  • 2021 – 25,406 miles
  • 2020 – 25,226 miles
  • 2019 – 24,924 miles
  • 2018 – 24,297 miles
  • 2017 – 23,528 miles
  • 2016 – 22,722 miles
  • 2015 – 22,056 miles
  • 2014 – 20,943 miles
  • 2013 – 19,623 miles
  • 2012 – 18,396 miles
  • 2011 – 16,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,733 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,733 miles (+3,787)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    39,733 miles
    Test number
    852612711191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass35,946 miles (+7,523)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    35,946 miles
    Test number
    522583113277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass28,423 miles (+1,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    28,423 miles
    Test number
    717469582342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass27,067 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    27,067 miles
    Test number
    517440505342
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides heavy perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail27,067 miles (+1,450)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,067 miles
    Test number
    638697762147
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides heavy perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass25,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    25,617 miles
    Test number
    786802175897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail25,617 miles (+211)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,617 miles
    Test number
    378244218779
    • MajorElectronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass25,406 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2022
    Odometer
    25,406 miles
    Test number
    999464836363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass25,226 miles (+302)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    25,226 miles
    Test number
    822369175067
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear wiper blade rubber split

  10. Pass24,924 miles (+627)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    24,924 miles
    Test number
    999528135142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass24,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    24,297 miles
    Test number
    852997388609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail24,297 miles (+769)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,297 miles
    Test number
    470959437897
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working 382 bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass23,528 miles (+806)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    23,528 miles
    Test number
    798095634995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass22,722 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    22,722 miles
    Test number
    733841323347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail22,722 miles (+666)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,722 miles
    Test number
    310931481897
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass22,056 miles (+1,113)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2016
    Odometer
    22,056 miles
    Test number
    235734635158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,943 miles (+1,320)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    20,943 miles
    Test number
    378310244185
    • NoteO/s/f and n/s/r tyres deteriorated - cracking

  18. Pass19,623 miles (+1,227)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    19,623 miles
    Test number
    476754543139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Pass18,396 miles (+1,413)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    18,396 miles
    Test number
    946812172141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    16,983 miles
    Test number
    857440381198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail16,983 miles (+914)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,983 miles
    Test number
    247879971185
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade missing (8.2.2)

  22. Pass16,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,069 miles
    Test number
    107158161097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 ETJ

Does LR08 ETJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 ETJ is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 ETJ?
The MOT on LR08 ETJ is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 ETJ done?
LR08 ETJ was recorded at 39,733 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 1,577 miles a year.
Has LR08 ETJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 ETJ has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 ETJ 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 ETJ find?
LR08 ETJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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