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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,686 cc

LS61 DVLMOT history

LS61 DVL is a black diesel Vauxhall Astra first used on 22 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 126,097 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

LS61 DVL black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
126,097 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 DVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 DVL was last recorded at 126,097 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,096 miles · 20 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,097 miles
  • 2025 – 119,073 miles
  • 2024 – 112,764 miles
  • 2023 – 104,682 miles
  • 2022 – 96,534 miles
  • 2021 – 87,299 miles
  • 2020 – 83,625 miles
  • 2019 – 77,435 miles
  • 2018 – 73,380 miles
  • 2017 – 70,630 miles
  • 2016 – 56,493 miles
  • 2015 – 40,402 miles
  • 2014 – 34,029 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,097 miles
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer side lamp not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside headlamp lens cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 15 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,097 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    126,097 miles
    Test number
    280674267176
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer side lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  2. Fail126,096 miles (+7,023)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,096 miles
    Test number
    224315677492
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer side lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass119,073 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    119,073 miles
    Test number
    829805261876
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp lens cracked
  4. Fail119,073 miles (+6,309)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,073 miles
    Test number
    251008541534
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp lens cracked
  5. Pass112,764 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    112,764 miles
    Test number
    271812828739
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail112,764 miles (+8,082)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,764 miles
    Test number
    196070379954
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass104,682 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,682 miles
    Test number
    808574830553
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail104,682 miles (+8,148)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,682 miles
    Test number
    752501236306
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass96,534 miles (+9,235)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,534 miles
    Test number
    118772026569
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  10. Pass87,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    87,299 miles
    Test number
    355402487402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail87,299 miles (+3,674)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,299 miles
    Test number
    633320659470
    • MajorBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
  12. Pass83,625 miles (+6,190)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    83,625 miles
    Test number
    217080327828
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  13. Pass77,435 miles (+4,055)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,435 miles
    Test number
    239224381527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,380 miles (+2,750)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,380 miles
    Test number
    792869044852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,630 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    70,630 miles
    Test number
    692463176927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail70,629 miles (+597)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,629 miles
    Test number
    815221462955
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  17. Pass70,032 miles (+13,539)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    70,032 miles
    Test number
    138770068758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,493 miles (+16,091)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    56,493 miles
    Test number
    779523113097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,402 miles (+6,373)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    40,402 miles
    Test number
    409161985144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,029 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,029 miles
    Test number
    497017224268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS61 DVL

Does LS61 DVL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 DVL is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 DVL?
The MOT on LS61 DVL is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 DVL done?
LS61 DVL was recorded at 126,097 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 7,557 miles a year.
Has LS61 DVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 DVL has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LS61 DVL 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 LS61 DVL find?
LS61 DVL passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside headlamp lens slightly defective; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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