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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,598 cc

LR55 APVMOT history

LR55 APV is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 17 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 246,115 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2025.

LR55 APV silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
246,115 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,457 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 APV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
17 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 APV was last recorded at 246,115 miles on 16 Dec 2025, 2,374 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,741 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,374 miles
Average per year
10,457 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 246,115 miles
  • 2024 – 243,741 miles
  • 2023 – 239,822 miles
  • 2022 – 232,711 miles
  • 2021 – 227,849 miles
  • 2020 – 215,988 miles
  • 2019 – 210,088 miles
  • 2018 – 206,232 miles
  • 2016 – 195,707 miles
  • 2015 – 189,785 miles
  • 2014 – 174,270 miles
  • 2013 – 160,277 miles
  • 2012 – 144,380 miles
  • 2011 – 129,135 miles
  • 2010 – 113,795 miles
  • 2009 – 93,649 miles
  • 2008 – 68,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass246,115 miles
  • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Both very back plate corroded & desintegrating. Bonnett catch/lock out of alignment.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass246,115 miles (+2,374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    246,115 miles
    Test number
    411801132645
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass243,741 miles (+3,919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    243,741 miles
    Test number
    608382731437
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass239,822 miles (+7,111)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    239,822 miles
    Test number
    574870242627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass232,711 miles (+4,862)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    232,711 miles
    Test number
    499337897380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass227,849 miles (+327)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    227,849 miles
    Test number
    983925392749
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail227,522 miles (+11,534)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,522 miles
    Test number
    386821980775
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn corroded , inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn corroded, inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass215,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    215,988 miles
    Test number
    378038177734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail215,987 miles (+5,899)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,987 miles
    Test number
    222424365354
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass210,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    210,088 miles
    Test number
    999755889849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail210,088 miles (+3,856)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    210,088 miles
    Test number
    749964264432
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  11. Pass206,232 miles (+4,910)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    206,232 miles
    Test number
    758072762079
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake back plates & rear shock absorbers corroded

  12. Pass201,322 miles (+5,615)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    201,322 miles
    Test number
    805590057481
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass195,707 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    195,707 miles
    Test number
    813663811355
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail195,707 miles (+5,922)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,707 miles
    Test number
    196030585560
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass189,785 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    189,785 miles
    Test number
    375945783942
    • AdvisoryBoth very back plate corroded & desintegrating. Bonnett catch/lock out of alignment.

  16. Fail189,785 miles (+15,515)2 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,785 miles
    Test number
    911905454349
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBoth very back plate corroded & desintegrating. Bonnett catch/lock out of alignment.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass174,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    174,270 miles
    Test number
    585203954304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail174,259 miles (+13,982)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,259 miles
    Test number
    215603654309
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside door mirror lens missing
    • NoteOffside and nearside steering rack arm inner ball joints slightly worn.

  19. Pass160,277 miles (+9)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    160,277 miles
    Test number
    497484243337
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside rear position light damaged
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  20. Fail160,268 miles (+15,888)13 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,268 miles
    Test number
    799900043304
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light on
    • NoteOffside rear position light damaged
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass144,380 miles (+16)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    144,380 miles
    Test number
    836409942348
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear lights damaged
    • NoteSlight wear in offside and nearside front steering rack arms

  22. Fail144,364 miles (+15,229)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,364 miles
    Test number
    196798242361
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear lights damaged
    • NoteSlight wear in offside and nearside front steering rack arms

  23. Pass129,135 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    129,135 miles
    Test number
    427009641380
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSteering rack inner ball joints offside and nearside have slight play

  24. Fail129,123 miles (+15,328)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,123 miles
    Test number
    339689641368
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSteering rack inner ball joints offside and nearside have slight play

  25. Pass113,795 miles (+20,146)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    113,795 miles
    Test number
    203333840370
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  26. Pass93,649 miles (+25,327)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    93,649 miles
    Test number
    122985659362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass68,322 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    68,322 miles
    Test number
    642970858355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LR55 APV

Does LR55 APV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR55 APV is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR55 APV?
The MOT on LR55 APV is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR55 APV done?
LR55 APV was recorded at 246,115 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2025, an average of 10,457 miles a year.
Has LR55 APV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 APV has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LR55 APV 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 LR55 APV find?
LR55 APV passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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