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Vauxhall Vectra

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,796 cc

LX56 RCUMOT history

LX56 RCU is a black petrol Vauxhall Vectra first used on 2 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 158,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

LX56 RCU black Vauxhall Vectra – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
158,832 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 RCU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vectra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
2 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 RCU was last recorded at 158,832 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 6,709 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,123 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,709 miles
Average per year
8,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,832 miles
  • 2025 – 152,123 miles
  • 2024 – 145,330 miles
  • 2022 – 134,372 miles
  • 2021 – 121,650 miles
  • 2020 – 68,823 miles
  • 2019 – 67,160 miles
  • 2018 – 63,979 miles
  • 2017 – 60,830 miles
  • 2016 – 56,746 miles
  • 2015 – 54,434 miles
  • 2014 – 51,485 miles
  • 2013 – 47,301 miles
  • 2012 – 43,468 miles
  • 2011 – 38,069 miles
  • 2010 – 28,275 miles
  • 2009 – 18,425 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,832 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront front reg plate damaged but not likely to be misread
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (2155516) (5.2.3 (e))
  • 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.

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,832 miles (+6,709)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    158,832 miles
    Test number
    641768448866
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront front reg plate damaged but not likely to be misread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (2155516) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass152,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    152,123 miles
    Test number
    839854829884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail152,123 miles (+6,793)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,123 miles
    Test number
    403046161672
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass145,330 miles (+10,958)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    145,330 miles
    Test number
    509059167389
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre mounting is broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread plate is cracked (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass134,372 miles (+12,722)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    134,372 miles
    Test number
    197364811600
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose mirror glass (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass121,650 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    121,650 miles
    Test number
    963152883665
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Fail121,650 miles (+52,827)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,650 miles
    Test number
    578860762849
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass68,823 miles (+1,663)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    68,823 miles
    Test number
    304710548394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,160 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    67,160 miles
    Test number
    333043451569
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses in poor condition
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisorySlight movement in offside front anti roll bar link rod

  10. Fail67,157 miles (+3,178)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,157 miles
    Test number
    229915961828
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses in poor condition
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisorySlight movement in offside front anti roll bar link rod

  11. Pass63,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    63,979 miles
    Test number
    908099761410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    772336130956
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass60,830 miles (+4,084)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,830 miles
    Test number
    452117362997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass56,746 miles (+2,312)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    56,746 miles
    Test number
    840909269500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,434 miles (+2,949)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,434 miles
    Test number
    557146475129
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePassenger mirror missing

  16. Pass51,485 miles (+4,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    51,485 miles
    Test number
    206208384182
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass47,301 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    47,301 miles
    Test number
    867136783106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,468 miles (+5,399)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,468 miles
    Test number
    687871392153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,069 miles (+9,794)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,069 miles
    Test number
    449328351247
    • NoteBoth front tyres at legel limit 1.6mm + n/s/r tyre Nail.

  20. Pass28,275 miles (+9,850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    28,275 miles
    Test number
    283316450279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass18,425 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    18,425 miles
    Test number
    482197259223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail18,425 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,425 miles
    Test number
    940237559279
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about LX56 RCU

Does LX56 RCU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX56 RCU is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX56 RCU?
The MOT on LX56 RCU is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX56 RCU done?
LX56 RCU was recorded at 158,832 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 8,539 miles a year.
Has LX56 RCU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 RCU has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LX56 RCU 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 LX56 RCU find?
LX56 RCU passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front front reg plate damaged but not likely to be misread; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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