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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2009 · 1,796 cc

LT59 BAUMOT history

LT59 BAU is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 14 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 19 Jan 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 101,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2025.

LT59 BAU silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 19 Jan 2026
Mileage
101,344 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT59 BAU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT59 BAU was last recorded at 101,344 miles on 8 Jan 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,342 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 101,344 miles
  • 2023 – 89,190 miles
  • 2022 – 81,148 miles
  • 2021 – 79,357 miles
  • 2020 – 77,888 miles
  • 2019 – 75,873 miles
  • 2018 – 71,982 miles
  • 2017 – 60,769 miles
  • 2016 – 51,503 miles
  • 2015 – 42,584 miles
  • 2014 – 40,904 miles
  • 2013 – 34,230 miles
  • 2012 – 33,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,344 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear tail light crackedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust shield looseRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 30 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,344 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    101,344 miles
    Test number
    327208505712
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tail light cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield loose
  2. Fail101,342 miles (+12,152)2 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,342 miles
    Test number
    426484373636
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tail light cracked
    • AdvisoryExhaust shield loose
  3. Pass89,190 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    89,190 miles
    Test number
    643226561328
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light broken (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  4. Fail89,190 miles (+5,979)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,190 miles
    Test number
    661837505036
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light broken (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass83,211 miles (+2,063)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    83,211 miles
    Test number
    549327342795
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  6. Pass81,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,148 miles
    Test number
    731086665600

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail81,148 miles (+1,791)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,148 miles
    Test number
    800402880178
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
  8. Pass79,357 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,357 miles
    Test number
    713161558582
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  9. Fail79,357 miles (+1,469)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,357 miles
    Test number
    489613307988
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass77,888 miles (+2,015)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    77,888 miles
    Test number
    769826590699
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass75,873 miles (+3,891)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    75,873 miles
    Test number
    792822066071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,982 miles (+11,213)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    71,982 miles
    Test number
    824135519642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    60,769 miles
    Test number
    977934496170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail60,769 miles (+9,266)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,769 miles
    Test number
    292618555403
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  15. Pass51,503 miles (+8,919)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    51,503 miles
    Test number
    622417639701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,584 miles (+1,680)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    42,584 miles
    Test number
    395862555114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,904 miles (+6,674)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,904 miles
    Test number
    665985684133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass34,230 miles (+727)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,230 miles
    Test number
    545860693147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,503 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,503 miles
    Test number
    548883242255
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  20. Pass33,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    33,503 miles
    Test number
    677713642234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT59 BAU

Does LT59 BAU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT59 BAU expired on 19 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT59 BAU?
The MOT on LT59 BAU expired on 19 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT59 BAU done?
LT59 BAU was recorded at 101,344 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2025, an average of 5,489 miles a year.
Has LT59 BAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT59 BAU has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LT59 BAU 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 LT59 BAU find?
LT59 BAU passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2025 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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