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Vauxhall Vectra

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,910 cc

C5 BLLMOT history

C5 BLL is a silver diesel Vauxhall Vectra first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 135,342 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

C5 BLL silver Vauxhall Vectra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Vectra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
135,342 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
6,779 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 BLL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vectra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,910 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 BLL was last recorded at 135,342 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 2,206 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,136 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,206 miles
Average per year
6,779 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,342 miles
  • 2025 – 133,136 miles
  • 2024 – 130,246 miles
  • 2023 – 126,180 miles
  • 2022 – 122,384 miles
  • 2021 – 117,797 miles
  • 2020 – 116,042 miles
  • 2019 – 112,575 miles
  • 2018 – 104,089 miles
  • 2016 – 90,710 miles
  • 2015 – 81,072 miles
  • 2014 – 72,163 miles
  • 2013 – 63,301 miles
  • 2012 – 55,090 miles
  • 2011 – 42,594 miles
  • 2010 – 20,987 miles
  • 2009 – 16,299 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,342 miles
  • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed

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 Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass135,342 miles (+2,206)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    135,342 miles
    Test number
    638177913861
    • AdvisoryUnderside undersealed

  2. Pass133,136 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    133,136 miles
    Test number
    548950906271
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Track control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Track control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryScrew in offside front tyre

  3. Fail133,133 miles (+2,887)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,133 miles
    Test number
    833736488640
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Track control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Track control arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryScrew in offside front tyre

  4. Pass130,246 miles (+4,066)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    130,246 miles
    Test number
    464913149098
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass126,180 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    126,180 miles
    Test number
    848706816932
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Fail126,179 miles (+3,795)2 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,179 miles
    Test number
    393218624947
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass122,384 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    122,384 miles
    Test number
    477277455929
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Fail122,369 miles (+4,572)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,369 miles
    Test number
    799180776831
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted loose (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect Both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light

  9. Pass117,797 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    117,797 miles
    Test number
    249070364663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail117,797 miles (+1,755)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,797 miles
    Test number
    437503079679
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass116,042 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    116,042 miles
    Test number
    531869438612
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  12. Fail116,041 miles (+3,466)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,041 miles
    Test number
    703717806117
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Pass112,575 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    112,575 miles
    Test number
    581796879248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail112,575 miles (+8,486)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,575 miles
    Test number
    633397931226
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass104,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    104,089 miles
    Test number
    937861364726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail104,089 miles (+13,379)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,089 miles
    Test number
    283915894854
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass90,710 miles (+9,638)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    90,710 miles
    Test number
    947357469800
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  18. Pass81,072 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    81,072 miles
    Test number
    586401015527
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing edges

  19. Fail81,072 miles (+8,909)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,072 miles
    Test number
    106071555965
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing edges

  20. Pass72,163 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,163 miles
    Test number
    347797434350
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Fail72,163 miles (+8,862)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,163 miles
    Test number
    618247634331
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  22. Pass63,301 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    63,301 miles
    Test number
    518984253355
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOffside front brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  23. Fail63,301 miles (+8,211)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,301 miles
    Test number
    147544953354
    • FailureDirection indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureCoil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteFront to rear brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOffside front brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  24. Pass55,090 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    55,090 miles
    Test number
    537519652366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail55,071 miles (+12,477)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,071 miles
    Test number
    259375652305
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear indicators slightly discoloured
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin

  26. Pass42,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    42,594 miles
    Test number
    905373351385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,594 miles (+21,607)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,594 miles
    Test number
    378283951343
    • FailureCoil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteRear indicators slightly discoloured

  28. Pass20,987 miles (+1,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    20,987 miles
    Test number
    761802990226
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass19,095 miles (+2,796)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    19,095 miles
    Test number
    323213940018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass16,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    16,299 miles
    Test number
    451051169062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 BLL

Does C5 BLL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 BLL is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 BLL?
The MOT on C5 BLL is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 BLL done?
C5 BLL was recorded at 135,342 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 6,779 miles a year.
Has C5 BLL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 BLL has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 BLL 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 C5 BLL find?
C5 BLL passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: underside undersealed.

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