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Vauxhall Vivaro

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,998 cc

C5 ECUMOT history

C5 ECU is a silver diesel Vauxhall Vivaro first used on 20 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 154,781 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

C5 ECU silver Vauxhall Vivaro – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Vivaro, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
154,781 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 ECU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vivaro
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 ECU was last recorded at 154,781 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 6,460 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,321 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
6,460 miles
Average per year
10,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,781 miles
  • 2025 – 148,321 miles
  • 2024 – 144,303 miles
  • 2023 – 139,301 miles
  • 2022 – 130,855 miles
  • 2021 – 116,025 miles
  • 2020 – 104,575 miles
  • 2019 – 93,478 miles
  • 2018 – 84,043 miles
  • 2017 – 68,779 miles
  • 2016 – 56,787 miles
  • 2015 – 43,530 miles
  • 2014 – 28,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,781 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,781 miles (+6,460)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    154,781 miles
    Test number
    641341825440
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass148,321 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    148,321 miles
    Test number
    404817267328
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail148,292 miles (+3,989)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,292 miles
    Test number
    566454790297
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side n/s poor (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective will need replacing soon (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass144,303 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    144,303 miles
    Test number
    555124787828
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail144,303 miles (+5,002)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,303 miles
    Test number
    798306414848
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass139,301 miles (+8,446)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    139,301 miles
    Test number
    875758106234
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,855 miles (+14,830)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    130,855 miles
    Test number
    483539108599
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inboard face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inboard face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass116,025 miles (+11,450)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    116,025 miles
    Test number
    484656631908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass104,575 miles (+11,097)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    104,575 miles
    Test number
    166259556290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass93,478 miles (+9,435)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    93,478 miles
    Test number
    371964628419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass84,043 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,043 miles
    Test number
    377697150412
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  12. Fail84,043 miles (+15,264)1 major1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,043 miles
    Test number
    252525157631
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass68,779 miles (+11,992)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    68,779 miles
    Test number
    118763034610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  14. Pass56,787 miles (+13,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    56,787 miles
    Test number
    482756850847
    • AdvisorySlight play in nearside front drum stick in steering rack

  15. Pass43,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,530 miles
    Test number
    389527005188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail43,530 miles (+14,624)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,530 miles
    Test number
    866485005183
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass28,906 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    28,906 miles
    Test number
    448802194088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail28,903 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,903 miles
    Test number
    249816484019
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Questions about C5 ECU

Does C5 ECU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 ECU is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 ECU?
The MOT on C5 ECU is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 ECU done?
C5 ECU was recorded at 154,781 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 10,041 miles a year.
Has C5 ECU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 ECU has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 ECU 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 ECU find?
C5 ECU passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front wheel bearing has slight play.

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