2007 Vauxhall Astra 1.8L Petrol · LG57 LXW
2007 Vauxhall Astra (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2007. Recorded mileage 81,237 miles. MOT expired on 24 Sept 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL ASTRA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 81,237 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
LG57 LXW Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 23/09/2025
- 81,237 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LG57 LXW MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Vauxhall Astra (LG57 LXW) between August 2010 and September 2025.
The record contains 16 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 23 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (22 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 26 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.
LG57 LXW Mileage History
- 20/08/201028,387 mi
- 15/08/201133,425 mi+5,038 mi
- 20/08/201241,210 mi+7,785 mi
- 22/08/201241,210 mi
- 21/08/201343,684 mi+2,474 mi
- 23/09/201449,189 mi+5,505 mi
- 23/09/201449,189 mi
- 22/09/201553,386 mi+4,197 mi
- 22/09/201656,110 mi+2,724 mi
- 22/09/201656,111 mi+1 mi
- 22/09/201757,563 mi+1,452 mi
- 17/09/201858,565 mi+1,002 mi
- 14/09/201958,853 mi+288 mi
- 23/09/202058,929 mi+76 mi
- 22/09/202161,195 mi+2,266 mi
- 22/09/202161,195 mi
- 21/09/202264,308 mi+3,113 mi
- 21/09/202264,308 mi
- 23/09/202367,382 mi+3,074 mi
- 26/09/202473,609 mi+6,227 mi
- 23/09/202581,237 mi+7,628 mi
Average of roughly 3,502 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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