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Vauxhall Astra

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,364 cc

LX55 RMUMOT history

LX55 RMU is a silver petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 19 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 115,791 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Mar 2026.

LX55 RMU silver Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
115,791 mi
At MOT on 16 Mar 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 RMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
19 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 RMU was last recorded at 115,791 miles on 16 Mar 2026, 2,046 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,745 miles · 18 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,046 miles
Average per year
5,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,791 miles
  • 2025 – 113,745 miles
  • 2024 – 111,284 miles
  • 2023 – 108,777 miles
  • 2022 – 104,893 miles
  • 2021 – 100,923 miles
  • 2020 – 89,978 miles
  • 2019 – 86,636 miles
  • 2018 – 84,252 miles
  • 2017 – 79,186 miles
  • 2016 – 74,693 miles
  • 2015 – 70,741 miles
  • 2014 – 66,562 miles
  • 2013 – 59,528 miles
  • 2012 – 52,331 miles
  • 2011 – 45,450 miles
  • 2010 – 37,890 miles
  • 2009 – 28,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,791 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,791 miles (+2,046)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    115,791 miles
    Test number
    160035639838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,745 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    113,745 miles
    Test number
    371542392543
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail113,745 miles (+2,461)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,745 miles
    Test number
    254053185797
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass111,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    111,284 miles
    Test number
    446398570989
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail111,284 miles (+2,507)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,284 miles
    Test number
    769644464778
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass108,777 miles (+3,884)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    108,777 miles
    Test number
    967852525742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,893 miles (+3,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    104,893 miles
    Test number
    896480476819
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass100,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    100,923 miles
    Test number
    873860199894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,923 miles (+10,945)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,923 miles
    Test number
    483431632806
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass89,978 miles (+3,342)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    89,978 miles
    Test number
    235331478725

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,636 miles (+2,384)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    86,636 miles
    Test number
    996227429220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  12. Pass84,252 miles (+5,066)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    84,252 miles
    Test number
    334656583139
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass79,186 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    79,186 miles
    Test number
    963945492429
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail79,186 miles (+4,493)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,186 miles
    Test number
    664670789854
    • FailureNearside Front Upper 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 Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass74,693 miles (+3,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    74,693 miles
    Test number
    852542499602
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass70,741 miles (+4,179)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    70,741 miles
    Test number
    815472675061
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass66,562 miles (+7,034)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    66,562 miles
    Test number
    997536554027
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass59,528 miles (+7,197)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,528 miles
    Test number
    927209853087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,331 miles (+6,881)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,331 miles
    Test number
    739669852012
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass45,450 miles (+7,560)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    45,450 miles
    Test number
    326444551011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteLow depth & scuffing offside front & nearside rear tyres
    • NotePark brake travel high
    • NoteTiming chain noisy

  21. Pass37,890 miles (+9,250)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,890 miles
    Test number
    623891460072
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteLow depth & scuffing to nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside rear lamp lens cracked

  22. Fail28,640 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,640 miles
    Test number
    152951869035
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine noisy & oil level low
    • NoteScuffing to nearside rear tyre wall

  23. Pass28,640 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,640 miles
    Test number
    670761369070
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine noisy & oil level low
    • NoteScuffing to nearside rear tyre wall

Questions about LX55 RMU

Does LX55 RMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 RMU is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 RMU?
The MOT on LX55 RMU is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 RMU done?
LX55 RMU was recorded at 115,791 miles at its MOT on 16 Mar 2026, an average of 5,115 miles a year.
Has LX55 RMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 RMU has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 RMU 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 RMU find?
LX55 RMU passed its latest MOT on 16 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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