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Vauxhall Astra

Red · Petrol · 2000 · 1,598 cc

X52 LJWMOT history

X52 LJW is a red petrol Vauxhall Astra first used on 22 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 127,986 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2023.

X52 LJW red Vauxhall Astra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Astra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Aug 2023
Mileage
127,986 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,345 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X52 LJW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Astra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
22 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

X52 LJW was last recorded at 127,986 miles on 16 Aug 2023, 4,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,136 miles · 18 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
4,850 miles
Average per year
6,345 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,986 miles
  • 2022 – 123,136 miles
  • 2021 – 117,383 miles
  • 2020 – 113,703 miles
  • 2019 – 107,168 miles
  • 2018 – 98,100 miles
  • 2017 – 85,757 miles
  • 2016 – 73,575 miles
  • 2015 – 63,776 miles
  • 2014 – 54,091 miles
  • 2013 – 43,495 miles
  • 2012 – 35,334 miles
  • 2011 – 32,697 miles
  • 2010 – 30,289 miles
  • 2009 – 29,005 miles
  • 2008 – 27,432 miles
  • 2007 – 22,813 miles
  • 2006 – 17,032 miles
  • 2005 – 14,127 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,986 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisorySill covers fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryUnder side o f vehicle covered in mud

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,986 miles (+4,850)12 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,986 miles
    Test number
    667592947722
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorTrack rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder side o f vehicle covered in mud

  2. Pass123,136 miles (+5,753)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    123,136 miles
    Test number
    734016914199
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  3. Pass117,383 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    117,383 miles
    Test number
    433539703371
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light lit

  4. Fail117,383 miles (+3,680)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,383 miles
    Test number
    954111646104
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine light lit

  5. Pass113,703 miles (+6,535)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    113,703 miles
    Test number
    472638994516
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTape on dash

  6. Pass107,168 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    107,168 miles
    Test number
    730702783915
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail107,168 miles (+9,068)2 dangerous2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,168 miles
    Test number
    387370259297
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box separated from middle box (6.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass98,100 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    98,100 miles
    Test number
    952224602015
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear under car in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail98,100 miles (+12,343)6 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,100 miles
    Test number
    317196105285
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear under car in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all 4 (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass85,757 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    85,757 miles
    Test number
    491461824430
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all of vehicles metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  11. Fail85,757 miles (+12,182)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,757 miles
    Test number
    581252238776
    • DangerousNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to exhaust blow (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi blowing (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all of vehicles metal (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  12. Pass73,575 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    73,575 miles
    Test number
    739667232391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail73,555 miles (+9,779)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,555 miles
    Test number
    502096051602
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded near chassis leg (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced no image (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from comp valve to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass63,776 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,776 miles
    Test number
    922846326963
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

  15. Fail63,776 miles (+9,685)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,776 miles
    Test number
    674136008098
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

  16. Pass54,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    54,091 miles
    Test number
    228646774248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail54,091 miles (+10,596)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,091 miles
    Test number
    835856774234
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass43,495 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,495 miles
    Test number
    237080943293
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteENGINE OIL LEAK. OIL TOPPED-UP.

  19. Fail43,495 miles (+8,161)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,495 miles
    Test number
    659370643238
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • NoteENGINE OIL LEAK. OIL TOPPED-UP.

  20. Pass35,334 miles (+2,637)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    35,334 miles
    Test number
    405897742255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,697 miles (+2,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    32,697 miles
    Test number
    257286431257
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass30,289 miles (+1,284)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,289 miles
    Test number
    330522730438
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass29,005 miles (+1,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    29,005 miles
    Test number
    370385849410
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass27,432 miles (+4,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,432 miles
    Test number
    274466048250
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass22,813 miles (+5,781)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,813 miles
    Test number
    380720047245
    • 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)

  26. Pass17,032 miles (+2,905)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,032 miles
    Test number
    660097846228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass14,127 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    14,127 miles
    Test number
    400038945270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X52 LJW

Does X52 LJW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X52 LJW expired on 17 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X52 LJW?
The MOT on X52 LJW expired on 17 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X52 LJW done?
X52 LJW was recorded at 127,986 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2023, an average of 6,345 miles a year.
Has X52 LJW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X52 LJW has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on X52 LJW 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 X52 LJW find?
X52 LJW failed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2023 with 12 major defects and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 12 more.

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