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Vauxhall Astravan

White · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

LU53 AHEMOT history

LU53 AHE is a white diesel Vauxhall Astravan first used on 1 Feb 2004. Its MOT expired on 8 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 162,873 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Feb 2023
Mileage
162,873 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,197 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU53 AHE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astravan
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU53 AHE was last recorded at 162,873 miles on 18 Jan 2022, 11,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Jan 2018: 11,196 miles, lower than 111,196 miles on 24 Jan 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
151,843 miles · 18 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
11,030 miles
Average per year
8,197 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 162,873 miles
  • 2021 – 151,843 miles
  • 2020 – 141,092 miles
  • 2019 – 127,048 miles
  • 2018 – 11,196 miles
  • 2017 – 93,408 miles
  • 2016 – 78,707 miles
  • 2014 – 77,982 miles
  • 2013 – 74,845 miles
  • 2012 – 72,761 miles
  • 2011 – 68,832 miles
  • 2010 – 63,977 miles
  • 2009 – 58,030 miles
  • 2008 – 49,284 miles
  • 2007 – 40,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,873 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
  • 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.

  • O/s/r tyre wearing low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Slight movement both front top strut mounts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 8 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,873 miles (+11,030)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    162,873 miles
    Test number
    852843850193
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass151,843 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    151,843 miles
    Test number
    982837300653
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront plastic under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail151,843 miles (+10,751)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,843 miles
    Test number
    979199110945
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront plastic under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass141,092 miles (+14,044)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    141,092 miles
    Test number
    604014071339
    • AdvisoryFront plastic under trays obscuring some components .
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass127,048 miles (+115,852)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    127,048 miles
    Test number
    677505892863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays obscuring some components .

  6. Pass11,196 miles (-100,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    11,196 miles
    Test number
    376240766441
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing low
    • AdvisorySlight movement both front top strut mounts

  7. Fail111,196 miles (+17,788)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,196 miles
    Test number
    727805235801
    • FailureFront Front position lamp(s) not working both (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre wearing low
    • AdvisorySlight movement both front top strut mounts

  8. Pass93,408 miles (+14,701)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    93,408 miles
    Test number
    310059647948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,707 miles (+725)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    78,707 miles
    Test number
    778428409069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass77,982 miles (+2)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,982 miles
    Test number
    616633144040
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEM light on.
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

  11. Fail77,980 miles (+3,135)2 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,980 miles
    Test number
    658647434052
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

  12. Pass74,845 miles (+2,084)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    74,845 miles
    Test number
    439471133092
    • NoteEmlight on
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteRear exhaust box outter skin coroded

  13. Pass72,761 miles (+3,929)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    72,761 miles
    Test number
    399360412012
    • NoteExhaust tailbox corroded

  14. Pass68,832 miles (+4,855)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    68,832 miles
    Test number
    907149631042
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  15. Pass63,977 miles (+5,947)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    63,977 miles
    Test number
    363746430022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass58,030 miles (+8,746)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    58,030 miles
    Test number
    481858529057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,284 miles (+8,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    49,284 miles
    Test number
    650013038000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail40,381 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,381 miles
    Test number
    202059837015
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,381 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    40,381 miles
    Test number
    900019337031
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LU53 AHE

Does LU53 AHE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LU53 AHE expired on 8 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LU53 AHE?
The MOT on LU53 AHE expired on 8 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LU53 AHE done?
LU53 AHE was recorded at 162,873 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2022, an average of 8,197 miles a year.
Has LU53 AHE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU53 AHE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LU53 AHE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Jan 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LU53 AHE find?
LU53 AHE passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2022 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; front direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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