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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,364 cc

LR08 VVLMOT history

LR08 VVL is a black petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 31 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 139,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2026.

LR08 VVL black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Oct 2026
Mileage
139,201 mi
At MOT on 8 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 VVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LR08 VVL was last recorded at 139,201 miles on 8 Oct 2026, 3,246 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,955 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,246 miles
Average per year
7,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,201 miles
  • 2025 – 135,955 miles
  • 2024 – 132,765 miles
  • 2023 – 125,699 miles
  • 2022 – 117,090 miles
  • 2021 – 106,573 miles
  • 2020 – 98,254 miles
  • 2019 – 88,128 miles
  • 2018 – 78,588 miles
  • 2017 – 70,726 miles
  • 2016 – 61,808 miles
  • 2015 – 53,107 miles
  • 2014 – 44,434 miles
  • 2013 – 36,559 miles
  • 2012 – 29,025 miles
  • 2011 – 21,946 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail139,201 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail139,201 miles (+3,246)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,201 miles
    Test number
    314612717927
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front and rear (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass135,955 miles (+3,190)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    135,955 miles
    Test number
    537006107555
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror cover is missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass132,765 miles (+7,066)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    132,765 miles
    Test number
    700351232652
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/f & n/s/f (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases & centre & corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s/f & n/s/f & front suspension corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s/r & n/s/r & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r & n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded o/s/r & n/s/r & rear suspension corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured o/s/r & n/s/r (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass125,699 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    125,699 miles
    Test number
    891496195105
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail125,699 miles (+8,609)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,699 miles
    Test number
    762770599758
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass117,090 miles (+42)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    117,090 miles
    Test number
    178910477921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail117,048 miles (+10,475)5 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,048 miles
    Test number
    709496413272
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,573 miles (+8,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    106,573 miles
    Test number
    355199837327
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass98,254 miles (+10,126)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    98,254 miles
    Test number
    182763989867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass88,128 miles (+133)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    88,128 miles
    Test number
    969370531030
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail87,995 miles (+9,407)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,995 miles
    Test number
    653171393198
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass78,588 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    78,588 miles
    Test number
    664086228420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,587 miles (+7,861)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,587 miles
    Test number
    665169692004
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/3mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass70,726 miles (+8,918)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    70,726 miles
    Test number
    686570563985
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass61,808 miles (+63)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    61,808 miles
    Test number
    543112815725
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail61,745 miles (+8,638)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,745 miles
    Test number
    782387225297
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  17. Pass53,107 miles (+8,673)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,107 miles
    Test number
    279727395041
    • 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)

  18. Pass44,434 miles (+7,875)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,434 miles
    Test number
    198231494047
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass36,559 miles (+7,534)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,559 miles
    Test number
    625934073029
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteBoth rear tyreswearing on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has a small cut on tread

  20. Pass29,025 miles (+7,079)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    29,025 miles
    Test number
    326513372053
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing low on tread
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing low on inner tread & has a small cut on inner tread

  21. Pass21,946 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,946 miles
    Test number
    907895481098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 VVL

Does LR08 VVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 VVL expired on 7 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 VVL?
The MOT on LR08 VVL expired on 7 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 VVL done?
LR08 VVL was recorded at 139,201 miles at its MOT on 8 Oct 2026, an average of 7,547 miles a year.
Has LR08 VVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 VVL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 VVL 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 VVL find?
LR08 VVL failed its latest MOT on 8 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 2 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; front windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen; nearside front headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 5 more.

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