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Vauxhall Astra

Blue · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LX56 RKUMOT history

LX56 RKU is a blue petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 1 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 121,885 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

LX56 RKU blue Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
121,885 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 RKU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 RKU was last recorded at 121,885 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 9,113 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,772 miles · 12 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,113 miles
Average per year
5,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,885 miles
  • 2025 – 112,772 miles
  • 2024 – 104,625 miles
  • 2023 – 92,706 miles
  • 2022 – 83,662 miles
  • 2021 – 77,082 miles
  • 2020 – 69,610 miles
  • 2019 – 62,013 miles
  • 2017 – 54,301 miles
  • 2015 – 54,160 miles
  • 2014 – 53,934 miles
  • 2013 – 53,739 miles
  • 2012 – 53,209 miles
  • 2011 – 52,025 miles
  • 2010 – 47,134 miles
  • 2009 – 36,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,885 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Back to front corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass121,885 miles (+9,113)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    121,885 miles
    Test number
    926636197094
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Back to front corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing heavily corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass112,772 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    112,772 miles
    Test number
    812233287925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail112,719 miles (+8,094)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,719 miles
    Test number
    991148170961
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass104,625 miles (+11,919)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    104,625 miles
    Test number
    768831815986
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Outer cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass92,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    92,706 miles
    Test number
    350856171446
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail92,706 miles (+9,044)8 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,706 miles
    Test number
    476033690987
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass83,662 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    83,662 miles
    Test number
    644131236134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail83,602 miles (+6,520)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,602 miles
    Test number
    751879507968
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass77,082 miles (+7,472)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,082 miles
    Test number
    945301471527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,610 miles (+70)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    69,610 miles
    Test number
    591400566509
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn significantly different across axle

  11. Fail69,540 miles (+7,527)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,540 miles
    Test number
    140596466472
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pads worn low
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads worn significantly different across axle

  12. Pass62,013 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    62,013 miles
    Test number
    216823597506
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroded

  13. Fail62,013 miles (+7,712)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,013 miles
    Test number
    759478953254
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure large retaining clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure large retaining clip missing (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp loose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc corroded

  14. Pass54,301 miles (+141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    54,301 miles
    Test number
    503308185078
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold / down pipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Pass54,160 miles (+226)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    54,160 miles
    Test number
    668896695403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,934 miles (+195)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    53,934 miles
    Test number
    389416314300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,739 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,739 miles
    Test number
    658153203340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail53,736 miles (+527)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,736 miles
    Test number
    426607193255
    • DangerousFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteAll brake discs in very poor condition

  19. Pass53,209 miles (+1,184)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    53,209 miles
    Test number
    127532782250
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear brake imbalance 27%

  20. Pass52,025 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    52,025 miles
    Test number
    545466971287
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail52,025 miles (+4,891)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,025 miles
    Test number
    937456471228
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass47,134 miles (+10,344)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    47,134 miles
    Test number
    621855700350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,790 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    36,790 miles
    Test number
    160074539249
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail36,790 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,790 miles
    Test number
    843244439201
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX56 RKU

Does LX56 RKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX56 RKU is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX56 RKU?
The MOT on LX56 RKU is valid until 12 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 RKU done?
LX56 RKU was recorded at 121,885 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 5,175 miles a year.
Has LX56 RKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 RKU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LX56 RKU 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 RKU find?
LX56 RKU passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 9 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back to front corroded, and 6 more.

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