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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LX03 XAPMOT history

LX03 XAP is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 58,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

LX03 XAP blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
58,401 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,780 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX03 XAP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX03 XAP was last recorded at 58,401 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 59 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,342 miles · 23 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
59 miles
Average per year
1,780 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,401 miles
  • 2025 – 58,342 miles
  • 2024 – 57,567 miles
  • 2023 – 56,882 miles
  • 2022 – 55,875 miles
  • 2021 – 54,702 miles
  • 2020 – 52,650 miles
  • 2019 – 50,833 miles
  • 2018 – 48,711 miles
  • 2017 – 46,328 miles
  • 2016 – 45,211 miles
  • 2015 – 43,775 miles
  • 2014 – 42,446 miles
  • 2013 – 40,970 miles
  • 2008 – 40,685 miles
  • 2007 – 30,194 miles
  • 2006 – 23,235 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,401 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both registration plates (0.1 (b))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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,401 miles (+59)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    58,401 miles
    Test number
    359820613931
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both registration plates (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail58,342 miles (+775)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,342 miles
    Test number
    806787167985
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both Wiper Blades (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both registration plates (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass57,567 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    57,567 miles
    Test number
    672161715921
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail57,567 miles (+685)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,567 miles
    Test number
    952117713970
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass56,882 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    56,882 miles
    Test number
    933854776071
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail56,873 miles (+998)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,873 miles
    Test number
    608880936617
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass55,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    55,875 miles
    Test number
    544510692729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail55,875 miles (+1,173)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,875 miles
    Test number
    450201886435
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass54,702 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    54,702 miles
    Test number
    712605814309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail54,664 miles (+2,014)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,664 miles
    Test number
    381317230033
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing

  11. Pass52,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    52,650 miles
    Test number
    226669917730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail52,650 miles (+1,817)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,650 miles
    Test number
    883778056941
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust box (6.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass50,833 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,833 miles
    Test number
    979603538305
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  14. Fail50,787 miles (+2,076)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,787 miles
    Test number
    302169810806
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper smearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  15. Pass48,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    48,711 miles
    Test number
    198083507089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail48,711 miles (+2,383)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,711 miles
    Test number
    427342002581
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

  17. Pass46,328 miles (+1,117)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    46,328 miles
    Test number
    180584626934
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust rubber brackets deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres has cuts/cracks

  18. Pass45,211 miles (+1,436)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    45,211 miles
    Test number
    405882320103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass43,775 miles (+1,329)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,775 miles
    Test number
    896163915192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,446 miles (+1,476)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    42,446 miles
    Test number
    805254514129
    • NoteAll four tyres has small cracks & cuts.

  21. Pass40,970 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    40,970 miles
    Test number
    587270813168
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Fail40,970 miles (+285)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,970 miles
    Test number
    695330713164
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass40,685 miles (+3,313)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    40,685 miles
    Test number
    472980248387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteEngine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

  24. Pass37,372 miles (+7,178)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    37,372 miles
    Test number
    462137508114
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  25. Pass30,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,194 miles
    Test number
    594247407101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail30,194 miles (+6,959)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,194 miles
    Test number
    990137707148
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass23,235 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    23,235 miles
    Test number
    981747996073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX03 XAP

Does LX03 XAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX03 XAP is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX03 XAP?
The MOT on LX03 XAP is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX03 XAP done?
LX03 XAP was recorded at 58,401 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 1,780 miles a year.
Has LX03 XAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX03 XAP has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LX03 XAP 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 LX03 XAP find?
LX03 XAP passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 4 more.

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