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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LR53 ZDYMOT history

LR53 ZDY is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 22 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 132,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jul 2025.

LR53 ZDY silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2026
Mileage
132,026 mi
At MOT on 19 Jul 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 ZDY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
22 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 ZDY was last recorded at 132,026 miles on 19 Jul 2025, 5,986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,040 miles · 29 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
5,986 miles
Average per year
6,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,026 miles
  • 2024 – 126,040 miles
  • 2023 – 115,911 miles
  • 2022 – 101,497 miles
  • 2021 – 92,956 miles
  • 2020 – 87,257 miles
  • 2019 – 80,767 miles
  • 2018 – 72,691 miles
  • 2017 – 63,824 miles
  • 2016 – 50,415 miles
  • 2015 – 37,547 miles
  • 2014 – 27,945 miles
  • 2013 – 21,309 miles
  • 2012 – 20,699 miles
  • 2011 – 19,832 miles
  • 2010 – 17,791 miles
  • 2009 – 16,641 miles
  • 2008 – 15,288 miles
  • 2007 – 14,099 miles
  • 2006 – 10,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,026 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCoolant level below min
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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.

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant from radiator

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,026 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    132,026 miles
    Test number
    991544042754
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below min
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,026 miles (+5,986)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,026 miles
    Test number
    927275347479
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level below min
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,040 miles (+10,129)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    126,040 miles
    Test number
    745652953246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  4. Pass115,911 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    115,911 miles
    Test number
    944695037676
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail115,904 miles (+14,407)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,904 miles
    Test number
    894139182847
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps switches back on (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorPower steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant from radiator (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low

  6. Pass101,497 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    101,497 miles
    Test number
    142147673353
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail101,493 miles (+8,537)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,493 miles
    Test number
    271147037963
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass92,956 miles (+5,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    92,956 miles
    Test number
    816622918773
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feeding cylinder (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material feeding hose (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass87,257 miles (+6,490)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    87,257 miles
    Test number
    243071904141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass80,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    80,767 miles
    Test number
    382826203598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail80,767 miles (+8,076)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,767 miles
    Test number
    291752418425
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded feeding hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass72,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    72,691 miles
    Test number
    574533294129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,691 miles (+8,867)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,691 miles
    Test number
    447640720806
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded feeding hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded feeding hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

  14. Pass63,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    63,824 miles
    Test number
    526815468025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,824 miles (+13,409)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,824 miles
    Test number
    153667141433
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass50,415 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,415 miles
    Test number
    827174650662
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded feeding hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded feeding hose (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail50,415 miles (+12,868)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,415 miles
    Test number
    285505524581
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded feeding hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded feeding hose (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail37,547 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,547 miles
    Test number
    229590285114
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass37,547 miles (+9,602)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    37,547 miles
    Test number
    859450685143
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass27,945 miles (+6,636)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    27,945 miles
    Test number
    796825574164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass21,309 miles (+610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    21,309 miles
    Test number
    415713293144
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass20,699 miles (+867)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,699 miles
    Test number
    596255392167
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass19,832 miles (+2,041)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    19,832 miles
    Test number
    336044991184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,791 miles (+1,150)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    17,791 miles
    Test number
    364384290168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,641 miles (+1,353)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    16,641 miles
    Test number
    101194899134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail15,288 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,288 miles
    Test number
    273986298411
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass15,288 miles (+1,189)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    15,288 miles
    Test number
    694706098100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass14,099 miles (+3,426)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,099 miles
    Test number
    323263347267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass10,673 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    10,673 miles
    Test number
    773399666213
    • NoteO/S door mirror cover missing.....

Questions about LR53 ZDY

Does LR53 ZDY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 ZDY expired on 28 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 ZDY?
The MOT on LR53 ZDY expired on 28 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 ZDY done?
LR53 ZDY was recorded at 132,026 miles at its MOT on 19 Jul 2025, an average of 6,451 miles a year.
Has LR53 ZDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 ZDY has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 ZDY 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 LR53 ZDY find?
LR53 ZDY passed its latest MOT on 19 Jul 2025 with 4 advisories: coolant level below min; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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