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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,598 cc

LR08 TNUMOT history

LR08 TNU is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 26 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 144,784 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2025.

LR08 TNU red Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2026
Mileage
144,784 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2025
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,386 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 TNU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 TNU was last recorded at 144,784 miles on 18 Aug 2025, 2,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,302 miles · 31 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
2,482 miles
Average per year
8,386 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,784 miles
  • 2024 – 142,302 miles
  • 2023 – 139,752 miles
  • 2022 – 128,016 miles
  • 2021 – 98,355 miles
  • 2020 – 84,136 miles
  • 2019 – 77,016 miles
  • 2018 – 66,846 miles
  • 2017 – 61,026 miles
  • 2016 – 53,824 miles
  • 2015 – 48,286 miles
  • 2014 – 42,753 miles
  • 2013 – 37,097 miles
  • 2012 – 30,974 miles
  • 2011 – 23,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,784 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH SIDES (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear 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 Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,784 miles (+2,482)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    144,784 miles
    Test number
    203412313399
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn BOTH SIDES (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass142,302 miles (+2,550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    142,302 miles
    Test number
    753344242187
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,752 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    139,752 miles
    Test number
    697716925031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,752 miles (+11,736)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,752 miles
    Test number
    989921132778
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,016 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,016 miles
    Test number
    448141605122
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective o/s/f & n/s/f (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail128,016 miles (+29,661)2 dangerous3 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,016 miles
    Test number
    463878373346
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective o/s/f & n/s/f (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring worn (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass98,355 miles (+14,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    98,355 miles
    Test number
    376178284990
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s/f & o/s/f (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass84,136 miles (+7,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    84,136 miles
    Test number
    293439374974
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine rocker cover gasket (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass77,016 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,016 miles
    Test number
    597161751334
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view central chips/damage visible (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rears (ADVISE RENEWAL) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside mirror outer body coverings missing.

  10. Fail77,016 miles (+10,170)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,016 miles
    Test number
    456290199913
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex/broken/damaged (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front no liquids (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view central chips/damage visible (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin rears (ADVISE RENEWAL) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside mirror outer body coverings missing.

  11. Pass66,846 miles (+5,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    66,846 miles
    Test number
    714453583846
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass61,026 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    61,026 miles
    Test number
    251544007099
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail61,026 miles (+7,202)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,026 miles
    Test number
    808461097009
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass53,824 miles (+5,538)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    53,824 miles
    Test number
    985576931357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,286 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,286 miles
    Test number
    488155085019
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Fail48,286 miles (+5,533)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,286 miles
    Test number
    136454985030
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  17. Pass42,753 miles (+5,656)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    42,753 miles
    Test number
    145714784489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,097 miles1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,097 miles
    Test number
    298415283077
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres stepped on inner edges

  19. Pass37,097 miles (+6,123)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    37,097 miles
    Test number
    926525483048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres stepped on inner edges

  20. Pass30,974 miles (+6,998)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,974 miles
    Test number
    168006582495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,976 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    23,976 miles
    Test number
    878162981026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LR08 TNU

Does LR08 TNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 TNU expired on 17 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 TNU?
The MOT on LR08 TNU expired on 17 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 TNU done?
LR08 TNU was recorded at 144,784 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2025, an average of 8,386 miles a year.
Has LR08 TNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 TNU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 TNU 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 TNU find?
LR08 TNU passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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