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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS53 UPTMOT history

LS53 UPT is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 29 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 104,701 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2022.

LS53 UPT silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2023
Mileage
104,701 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 UPT
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
29 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 UPT was last recorded at 104,701 miles on 12 Aug 2022, 4,257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,444 miles · 12 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
4,257 miles
Average per year
5,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 104,701 miles
  • 2021 – 100,444 miles
  • 2020 – 97,550 miles
  • 2019 – 92,785 miles
  • 2018 – 88,147 miles
  • 2017 – 82,807 miles
  • 2016 – 77,392 miles
  • 2015 – 72,315 miles
  • 2014 – 67,445 miles
  • 2013 – 62,658 miles
  • 2012 – 56,929 miles
  • 2011 – 48,035 miles
  • 2010 – 40,567 miles
  • 2009 – 34,933 miles
  • 2008 – 28,401 miles
  • 2007 – 21,690 miles
  • 2006 – 15,917 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,701 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,701 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    104,701 miles
    Test number
    404428567901
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail104,701 miles (+4,257)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,701 miles
    Test number
    302895666920
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass100,444 miles (+2,894)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    100,444 miles
    Test number
    922975491741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Pass97,550 miles (+4,765)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    97,550 miles
    Test number
    460635080521
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak attention advised
  5. Pass92,785 miles (+4,638)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    92,785 miles
    Test number
    408981946944
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
  6. Pass88,147 miles (+5,340)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    88,147 miles
    Test number
    726688822951
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
  7. Pass82,807 miles (+5,415)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    82,807 miles
    Test number
    497497136602
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront headlights misty
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBack box corroded
  8. Pass77,392 miles (+5,077)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,392 miles
    Test number
    868668166254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,315 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    72,315 miles
    Test number
    359371415192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail72,315 miles (+4,870)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,315 miles
    Test number
    228072345773
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  11. Pass67,445 miles (+4,787)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    67,445 miles
    Test number
    425468754218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail62,658 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,658 miles
    Test number
    168399263225
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Note1 x exhaust rubber missing
    • NoteNsr shock absorber has a slight misting of oil around it
  13. Pass62,658 miles (+5,729)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    62,658 miles
    Test number
    487029363200
    • Note1 x exhaust rubber missing
    • NoteNsr shock absorber has a slight misting of oil around it
  14. Pass56,929 miles (+8,894)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    56,929 miles
    Test number
    626578052267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly flat
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished
  15. Pass48,035 miles (+7,468)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,035 miles
    Test number
    287188051288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,567 miles (+5,634)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,567 miles
    Test number
    493260560236
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteLight corrosion to front brake discs
    • NoteLight weaping of fluid around offside steering rack gaitor
  17. Pass34,933 miles (+6,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,933 miles
    Test number
    454444429318
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
  18. Pass28,401 miles (+6,711)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,401 miles
    Test number
    842539718375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,690 miles (+5,773)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    21,690 miles
    Test number
    413877427342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,917 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    15,917 miles
    Test number
    251657916394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 UPT

Does LS53 UPT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS53 UPT expired on 11 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS53 UPT?
The MOT on LS53 UPT expired on 11 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS53 UPT done?
LS53 UPT was recorded at 104,701 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2022, an average of 5,639 miles a year.
Has LS53 UPT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 UPT has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LS53 UPT 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 LS53 UPT find?
LS53 UPT passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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