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Vauxhall Astra

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,796 cc

LX53 VEAMOT history

LX53 VEA is a black petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 133,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2024.

LX53 VEA black Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Aug 2024
Mileage
133,415 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,323 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 VEA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX53 VEA was last recorded at 133,415 miles on 3 Oct 2024, 1,459 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,956 miles · 16 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
1,459 miles
Average per year
6,323 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 133,415 miles
  • 2023 – 131,956 miles
  • 2022 – 128,496 miles
  • 2021 – 126,828 miles
  • 2020 – 126,587 miles
  • 2019 – 126,029 miles
  • 2018 – 125,203 miles
  • 2017 – 124,106 miles
  • 2016 – 117,045 miles
  • 2015 – 102,355 miles
  • 2014 – 88,666 miles
  • 2013 – 76,337 miles
  • 2012 – 67,574 miles
  • 2011 – 56,796 miles
  • 2010 – 47,221 miles
  • 2009 – 38,794 miles
  • 2008 – 31,829 miles
  • 2007 – 26,080 miles
  • 2006 – 19,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail133,415 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail133,415 miles (+1,459)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,415 miles
    Test number
    170960035243
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frame mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass131,956 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    131,956 miles
    Test number
    159917337319
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail131,956 miles (+3,460)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,956 miles
    Test number
    427692968500
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass128,496 miles (+1,668)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,496 miles
    Test number
    498707806979
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,828 miles (+241)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    126,828 miles
    Test number
    554267448636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,587 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    126,587 miles
    Test number
    464522622159
    • 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))

  7. Fail126,587 miles (+558)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,587 miles
    Test number
    201648969373
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass126,029 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    126,029 miles
    Test number
    478615068638
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Fail126,029 miles (+826)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,029 miles
    Test number
    980078578949
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Pass125,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    125,203 miles
    Test number
    440421556733
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail125,203 miles (+1,097)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,203 miles
    Test number
    426867228566
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass124,106 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    124,106 miles
    Test number
    252344395526
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Fail124,100 miles (+7,055)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,100 miles
    Test number
    408370299549
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass117,045 miles (+14,690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    117,045 miles
    Test number
    352312916806
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass102,355 miles (+13,689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    102,355 miles
    Test number
    167622424509
    • AdvisoryThe Hoff
    • AdvisorySlight deterioration on head lamp lenses

  16. Pass88,666 miles (+12,329)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    88,666 miles
    Test number
    397455354249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass76,337 miles (+8,763)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    76,337 miles
    Test number
    589426043265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteCentre silencer corroded
    • NoteFront exhaust flexible poor

  18. Pass67,574 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,574 miles
    Test number
    199028442203
    • NoteFront exhaust flexible poor

  19. Fail67,574 miles (+10,778)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,574 miles
    Test number
    258378942282
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront exhaust flexible poor
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing out of shape

  20. Pass56,796 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,796 miles
    Test number
    828479441216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim low

  21. Fail56,796 miles (+9,575)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,796 miles
    Test number
    237589441261
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteN/s headlamp aim low

  22. Pass47,221 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,221 miles
    Test number
    133291750209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail47,221 miles (+8,427)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,221 miles
    Test number
    410301050215
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass38,794 miles (+6,965)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    38,794 miles
    Test number
    800040159287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,829 miles (+5,749)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    31,829 miles
    Test number
    531809368285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,080 miles (+6,601)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,080 miles
    Test number
    552523267296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass19,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    19,479 miles
    Test number
    304319766425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail19,479 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,479 miles
    Test number
    454059966228
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Questions about LX53 VEA

Does LX53 VEA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX53 VEA expired on 16 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX53 VEA?
The MOT on LX53 VEA expired on 16 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX53 VEA done?
LX53 VEA was recorded at 133,415 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2024, an average of 6,323 miles a year.
Has LX53 VEA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 VEA has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LX53 VEA 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 VEA find?
LX53 VEA failed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2024 with 2 major defects and 9 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside stop lamp(s) not working; coolant leak, and 8 more.

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