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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LX53 VCMMOT history

LX53 VCM is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 15 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 48,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

LX53 VCM blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Sept 2027
Mileage
48,662 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,992 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 VCM
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
15 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 VCM was last recorded at 48,662 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 356 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,306 miles · 8 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
356 miles
Average per year
1,992 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,662 miles
  • 2025 – 48,306 miles
  • 2024 – 47,050 miles
  • 2023 – 45,888 miles
  • 2022 – 44,797 miles
  • 2021 – 43,317 miles
  • 2020 – 42,430 miles
  • 2019 – 41,778 miles
  • 2018 – 40,627 miles
  • 2017 – 39,550 miles
  • 2016 – 38,385 miles
  • 2015 – 37,881 miles
  • 2014 – 35,713 miles
  • 2013 – 35,195 miles
  • 2012 – 32,012 miles
  • 2011 – 28,442 miles
  • 2010 – 24,933 miles
  • 2009 – 20,933 miles
  • 2008 – 16,528 miles
  • 2007 – 12,512 miles
  • 2006 – 8,897 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,662 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,662 miles (+356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    48,662 miles
    Test number
    872766221081
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass48,306 miles (+1,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    48,306 miles
    Test number
    838620910373
    • AdvisoryFront shock top mounts have slight play

  3. Pass47,050 miles (+1,162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    47,050 miles
    Test number
    533553463919
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper shock top mount has slight play

  4. Pass45,888 miles (+1,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    45,888 miles
    Test number
    126004624054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front shock top mount slight play

  5. Pass44,797 miles (+1,480)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    44,797 miles
    Test number
    675087745232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass43,317 miles (+887)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    43,317 miles
    Test number
    750363420198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass42,430 miles (+652)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    42,430 miles
    Test number
    608784723054
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass41,778 miles (+1,151)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    41,778 miles
    Test number
    296235830279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass40,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,627 miles
    Test number
    543669196922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail40,627 miles (+1,077)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,627 miles
    Test number
    716843080913
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  11. Pass39,550 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    39,550 miles
    Test number
    282288720665
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Fail39,550 miles (+1,165)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,550 miles
    Test number
    962386066552
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust box corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Pass38,385 miles (+504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,385 miles
    Test number
    268820304027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass37,881 miles (+2,168)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    37,881 miles
    Test number
    758793614143
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  15. Pass35,713 miles (+518)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,713 miles
    Test number
    616537644217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    35,195 miles
    Test number
    707094953273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,195 miles (+3,183)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,195 miles
    Test number
    997204553231
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass32,012 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,012 miles
    Test number
    557480552289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail32,007 miles (+3,565)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,007 miles
    Test number
    605250952200
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass28,442 miles (+3,509)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    28,442 miles
    Test number
    987226341266
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass24,933 miles (+4,000)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    24,933 miles
    Test number
    601621050227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,933 miles (+4,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    20,933 miles
    Test number
    280787149242
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  23. Pass16,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    16,528 miles
    Test number
    323353548460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail16,528 miles (+4,016)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,528 miles
    Test number
    942443648222
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass12,512 miles (+3,615)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    12,512 miles
    Test number
    103801957222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail8,897 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,897 miles
    Test number
    410605256252
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  27. Pass8,897 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    8,897 miles
    Test number
    734345256296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX53 VCM

Does LX53 VCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 VCM is valid until 15 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 VCM?
The MOT on LX53 VCM is valid until 15 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 VCM done?
LX53 VCM was recorded at 48,662 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 1,992 miles a year.
Has LX53 VCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 VCM has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2018.
Has the mileage on LX53 VCM 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 LX53 VCM find?
LX53 VCM passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front upper macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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