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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2008 · 1,796 cc

LX08 SMVMOT history

LX08 SMV is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 12 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 102,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2024.

LX08 SMV blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2025
Mileage
102,064 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX08 SMV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX08 SMV was last recorded at 102,064 miles on 8 Jan 2024, 1,553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,511 miles · 28 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
1,553 miles
Average per year
5,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 102,064 miles
  • 2022 – 100,511 miles
  • 2021 – 90,473 miles
  • 2019 – 83,552 miles
  • 2018 – 76,822 miles
  • 2017 – 69,336 miles
  • 2016 – 65,502 miles
  • 2015 – 61,833 miles
  • 2014 – 56,072 miles
  • 2013 – 48,539 miles
  • 2012 – 42,403 miles
  • 2011 – 33,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,064 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,064 miles (+1,553)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    102,064 miles
    Test number
    389478199794
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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))

  2. Pass100,511 miles (+5,720)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,511 miles
    Test number
    767990122537
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  3. Pass94,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,791 miles
    Test number
    802106154072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail94,791 miles (+4,318)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,791 miles
    Test number
    331722482420
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass90,473 miles (+6,921)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,473 miles
    Test number
    567467470158
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass83,552 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    83,552 miles
    Test number
    453855813008
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryDrivers side mirror casing damaged.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail83,552 miles (+6,730)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,552 miles
    Test number
    345451160755
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryDrivers side mirror casing damaged.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass76,822 miles (+7,486)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    76,822 miles
    Test number
    172808701370
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass69,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,336 miles
    Test number
    217165981543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,336 miles (+3,834)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,336 miles
    Test number
    115962724098
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass65,502 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    65,502 miles
    Test number
    187058242663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail65,502 miles (+3,669)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,502 miles
    Test number
    185725707297
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  13. Pass61,833 miles (+5,761)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    61,833 miles
    Test number
    657304585168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,072 miles (+7,533)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,072 miles
    Test number
    458880794179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,539 miles (+6,136)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,539 miles
    Test number
    987326883194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    42,403 miles
    Test number
    789103392154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,403 miles (+8,851)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,403 miles
    Test number
    309012192108
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass33,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,552 miles
    Test number
    638553081036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX08 SMV

Does LX08 SMV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX08 SMV expired on 10 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX08 SMV?
The MOT on LX08 SMV expired on 10 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX08 SMV done?
LX08 SMV was recorded at 102,064 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2024, an average of 5,355 miles a year.
Has LX08 SMV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX08 SMV has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LX08 SMV 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 LX08 SMV find?
LX08 SMV passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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