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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,364 cc

LR55 VSTMOT history

LR55 VST is a black petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 16 Jan 2006. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2026 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,290 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2025.

LR55 VST black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2026
Mileage
95,290 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2025
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 VST
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
16 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 VST was last recorded at 95,290 miles on 28 Jan 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,286 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 95,290 miles
  • 2024 – 90,010 miles
  • 2022 – 83,731 miles
  • 2021 – 75,458 miles
  • 2020 – 72,986 miles
  • 2019 – 71,113 miles
  • 2018 – 68,765 miles
  • 2017 – 66,327 miles
  • 2016 – 63,384 miles
  • 2015 – 61,607 miles
  • 2014 – 58,165 miles
  • 2013 – 52,792 miles
  • 2012 – 47,093 miles
  • 2011 – 43,059 miles
  • 2010 – 38,801 miles
  • 2009 – 36,582 miles
  • 2008 – 31,533 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,290 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,290 miles (+4)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    95,290 miles
    Test number
    774080623210
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail95,286 miles (+5,276)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,286 miles
    Test number
    858229035585
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass90,010 miles (+6,279)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    90,010 miles
    Test number
    827955664194
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass83,731 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    83,731 miles
    Test number
    771762243906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail83,731 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,731 miles
    Test number
    790407856112
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))

  6. Fail83,731 miles (+8,273)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,731 miles
    Test number
    301072162394
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,458 miles (+2,472)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    75,458 miles
    Test number
    951910576726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass72,986 miles (+1,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    72,986 miles
    Test number
    909018662449
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass71,113 miles (+2,348)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    71,113 miles
    Test number
    843500925101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass68,765 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    68,765 miles
    Test number
    905561624927
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail68,765 miles (+2,438)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,765 miles
    Test number
    608092017485
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass66,327 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    66,327 miles
    Test number
    340685629814
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel on steering rack joints (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail66,327 miles (+2,943)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,327 miles
    Test number
    364669348023
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel on steering rack joints (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass63,384 miles (+1,777)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,384 miles
    Test number
    219079955980
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting low 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit getting low 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass61,607 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    61,607 miles
    Test number
    721958588058
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joints

  16. Fail61,607 miles (+3,442)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,607 miles
    Test number
    776678319651
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering rack inner joints

  17. Pass58,165 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,165 miles
    Test number
    827442444254
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSteering rack has a slight leak

  18. Fail58,165 miles (+5,373)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,165 miles
    Test number
    526312044245
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteSteering rack has a slight leak

  19. Pass52,792 miles (+5,699)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    52,792 miles
    Test number
    109028243232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass47,093 miles (+4,034)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    47,093 miles
    Test number
    669524842211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass43,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,059 miles
    Test number
    605905831276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,059 miles (+4,258)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,059 miles
    Test number
    765935631250
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  23. Pass38,801 miles (+2,219)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    38,801 miles
    Test number
    531980550248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,582 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    36,582 miles
    Test number
    592115259214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,582 miles (+5,049)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,582 miles
    Test number
    860514159214
    • FailureCentre Front Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  26. Pass31,533 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,533 miles
    Test number
    552899638375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail31,533 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,533 miles
    Test number
    961379238363
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Questions about LR55 VST

Does LR55 VST currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 VST expired on 27 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 VST?
The MOT on LR55 VST expired on 27 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 VST done?
LR55 VST was recorded at 95,290 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2025, an average of 3,948 miles a year.
Has LR55 VST ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 VST has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LR55 VST 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 VST find?
LR55 VST passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2025 with 7 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 4 more.

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