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Vauxhall Meriva

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,364 cc

LR08 EVLMOT history

LR08 EVL is a blue petrol Vauxhall Meriva first used on 7 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 93,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

LR08 EVL blue Vauxhall Meriva – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Meriva, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
93,469 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 EVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Meriva
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
7 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 EVL was last recorded at 93,469 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 6,301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,168 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,301 miles
Average per year
5,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,469 miles
  • 2024 – 87,168 miles
  • 2023 – 78,140 miles
  • 2022 – 67,018 miles
  • 2021 – 62,764 miles
  • 2020 – 60,013 miles
  • 2019 – 56,533 miles
  • 2018 – 51,904 miles
  • 2017 – 45,748 miles
  • 2016 – 40,788 miles
  • 2015 – 35,889 miles
  • 2014 – 29,402 miles
  • 2013 – 26,570 miles
  • 2012 – 18,466 miles
  • 2011 – 13,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,469 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,469 miles (+6,301)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    93,469 miles
    Test number
    392596135825
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass87,168 miles (+9,028)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    87,168 miles
    Test number
    353984027670
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and cracking (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass78,140 miles4 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    78,140 miles
    Test number
    756864265355
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect need replacing very soon (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively Covered in grease (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect need replacing very soon (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail78,140 miles (+11,122)4 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,140 miles
    Test number
    803020808906
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant very low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect need replacing very soon (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively Covered in grease (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect need replacing very soon (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass67,018 miles (+80)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    67,018 miles
    Test number
    145906119187
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged all 4 perished (5.2.3 (j))
  6. Fail66,938 miles (+4,174)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,938 miles
    Test number
    126492422297
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged all 4 perished (5.2.3 (j))
  7. Pass62,764 miles (+2,751)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    62,764 miles
    Test number
    672688340352
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
  8. Pass60,013 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    60,013 miles
    Test number
    908955774183
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail60,005 miles (+3,472)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,005 miles
    Test number
    681376401752
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass56,533 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    56,533 miles
    Test number
    709381901785
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  11. Fail56,524 miles (+4,620)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,524 miles
    Test number
    405460748578
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  12. Pass51,904 miles (+6,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    51,904 miles
    Test number
    123826637268
    • AdvisoryBoth rear indicator bulbs faded
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust section blowing slightly
  13. Pass45,748 miles (+4,960)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,748 miles
    Test number
    162521901515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,788 miles (+4,899)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    40,788 miles
    Test number
    780787979495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracking
  15. Pass35,889 miles (+6,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    35,889 miles
    Test number
    324989544109
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perished on side walls
  16. Pass29,402 miles (+2,832)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    29,402 miles
    Test number
    387856424434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass26,570 miles (+8,104)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    26,570 miles
    Test number
    367696823404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass18,466 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    18,466 miles
    Test number
    305849922473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,852 miles (+4,229)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2013
    Odometer
    17,852 miles
    Test number
    295337212141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass13,623 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    13,623 miles
    Test number
    115625521181
    • NoteNearside rear tyre slightly damaged on outer side wall

Questions about LR08 EVL

Does LR08 EVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 EVL is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 EVL?
The MOT on LR08 EVL is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 EVL done?
LR08 EVL was recorded at 93,469 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 5,506 miles a year.
Has LR08 EVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 EVL has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 EVL 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 EVL find?
LR08 EVL passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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