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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,796 cc

LX55 LPYMOT history

LX55 LPY is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 16 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2023 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 147,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2023.

LX55 LPY silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2023
Mileage
147,047 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2023
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,430 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 LPY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LX55 LPY was last recorded at 147,047 miles on 28 Nov 2023, 4,309 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,738 miles · 30 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
4,309 miles
Average per year
8,430 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 147,047 miles
  • 2022 – 142,738 miles
  • 2021 – 138,115 miles
  • 2020 – 133,107 miles
  • 2019 – 127,225 miles
  • 2018 – 112,335 miles
  • 2017 – 100,448 miles
  • 2016 – 94,925 miles
  • 2015 – 89,043 miles
  • 2014 – 82,115 miles
  • 2013 – 72,757 miles
  • 2012 – 66,167 miles
  • 2011 – 49,957 miles
  • 2010 – 37,940 miles
  • 2009 – 27,402 miles
  • 2008 – 19,796 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail147,047 miles
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured positive battery terminal loose (4.11 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside side mirror covers missing
  • AdvisoryEngine oil leak's'
  • AdvisoryPlay nearside inner steering arm (tie rod)
  • AdvisoryPlay offside inner steering arm (tie rod)

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail147,047 miles (+4,309)5 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,047 miles
    Test number
    344486831005
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorElectrical wiring inadequately secured positive battery terminal loose (4.11 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth nearside and offside side mirror covers missing
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak's'
    • AdvisoryPlay nearside inner steering arm (tie rod)
    • AdvisoryPlay offside inner steering arm (tie rod)

  2. Pass142,738 miles (+20)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    142,738 miles
    Test number
    653651027267
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail142,718 miles (+4,603)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,718 miles
    Test number
    737000402591
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust system leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases complete system required (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo coolant in system

  4. Pass138,115 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    138,115 miles
    Test number
    339399636447
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi and corroding (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail138,115 miles (+5,008)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,115 miles
    Test number
    371807685991
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sat nav (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front flexi and corroding (6.1.2 (a))
    • 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 Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass133,107 miles (+95)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    133,107 miles
    Test number
    374217535278
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Fail133,012 miles (+5,787)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,012 miles
    Test number
    145766491007
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass127,225 miles (+6)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,225 miles
    Test number
    826388018006
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail127,219 miles (+14,884)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,219 miles
    Test number
    545201138199
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass112,335 miles (+201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    112,335 miles
    Test number
    432208551048
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres and perishing bin tread patterns (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both images poor (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail112,134 miles (+11,686)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,134 miles
    Test number
    240170888132
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced bulb not illuminating (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both tyres and perishing bin tread patterns (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both images poor (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil level low

  12. Pass100,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    100,448 miles
    Test number
    849196308440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail100,448 miles (+5,523)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,448 miles
    Test number
    540465931212
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  14. Pass94,925 miles (+5,882)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    94,925 miles
    Test number
    402549868060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,043 miles (+6,928)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    89,043 miles
    Test number
    112619386030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass82,115 miles (+9,358)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,115 miles
    Test number
    307517284432
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass72,757 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,757 miles
    Test number
    647895283275
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail72,757 miles (+6,590)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,757 miles
    Test number
    825185383205
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass66,167 miles (+16,210)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    66,167 miles
    Test number
    109347792240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,957 miles (+12,017)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    49,957 miles
    Test number
    787804781253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,940 miles (+10,538)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    37,940 miles
    Test number
    130474790270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,402 miles (+7,606)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    27,402 miles
    Test number
    774723899237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,796 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,796 miles
    Test number
    812537598206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail19,789 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,789 miles
    Test number
    990997698279
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LX55 LPY

Does LX55 LPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 LPY expired on 29 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 LPY?
The MOT on LX55 LPY expired on 29 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 LPY done?
LX55 LPY was recorded at 147,047 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2023, an average of 8,430 miles a year.
Has LX55 LPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 LPY has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LX55 LPY 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 LX55 LPY find?
LX55 LPY failed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2023 with 5 major defects, 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit; nearside parking brake inoperative on one side; offside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 14 more.

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