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Vauxhall Cavalier

Grey · Petrol · 1993 · 1,796 cc

K47 ADWMOT history

K47 ADW is a grey petrol Vauxhall Cavalier first used on 8 Jan 1993. Its MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 146,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Feb 2026
Mileage
146,546 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,263 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K47 ADW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Cavalier
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
8 Jan 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K47 ADW was last recorded at 146,546 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 4,348 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,198 miles · 21 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,348 miles
Average per year
3,263 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,546 miles
  • 2025 – 142,198 miles
  • 2024 – 137,833 miles
  • 2023 – 133,305 miles
  • 2022 – 127,573 miles
  • 2021 – 122,350 miles
  • 2020 – 115,441 miles
  • 2019 – 108,699 miles
  • 2018 – 107,958 miles
  • 2017 – 106,686 miles
  • 2016 – 105,129 miles
  • 2015 – 103,282 miles
  • 2014 – 100,944 miles
  • 2013 – 98,754 miles
  • 2012 – 96,620 miles
  • 2011 – 94,416 miles
  • 2010 – 91,952 miles
  • 2009 – 88,948 miles
  • 2008 – 85,662 miles
  • 2007 – 83,569 miles
  • 2006 – 81,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail146,546 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed WATER LEAK (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ARCH,S (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear exhaust corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail146,546 miles (+4,348)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,546 miles
    Test number
    349833476672
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed WATER LEAK (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced ARCH,S (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass142,198 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    142,198 miles
    Test number
    222366386170
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  3. Fail142,198 miles (+4,365)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,198 miles
    Test number
    958280621641
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  4. Pass137,833 miles (+4,528)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    137,833 miles
    Test number
    555826184413
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  5. Pass133,305 miles (+131)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    133,305 miles
    Test number
    874362260697
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  6. Fail133,174 miles (+5,601)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,174 miles
    Test number
    723964904868
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  7. Pass127,573 miles (+5,223)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    127,573 miles
    Test number
    263085880752
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass122,350 miles (+6,909)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    122,350 miles
    Test number
    758005833261
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  9. Pass115,441 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    115,441 miles
    Test number
    576981991490
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal fuel pipe corrosion apparent

  10. Fail115,440 miles (+6,741)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,440 miles
    Test number
    109568176364
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal fuel pipe corrosion apparent

  11. Pass108,699 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    108,699 miles
    Test number
    193055099706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail108,682 miles (+724)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,682 miles
    Test number
    784496721147
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass107,958 miles (+1,272)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    107,958 miles
    Test number
    566478462370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,686 miles (+1,557)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    106,686 miles
    Test number
    103199919235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,129 miles (+1,847)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    105,129 miles
    Test number
    509817223573
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/r wheel arch corroded

  16. Pass103,282 miles (+2,338)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    103,282 miles
    Test number
    775174045075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass100,944 miles (+2,190)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    100,944 miles
    Test number
    377025344094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass98,754 miles (+2,134)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    98,754 miles
    Test number
    809142353047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass96,620 miles (+2,204)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    96,620 miles
    Test number
    457161652018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass94,416 miles (+2,464)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    94,416 miles
    Test number
    978602051060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass91,952 miles (+3,004)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    91,952 miles
    Test number
    143897240435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass88,948 miles (+3,286)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    88,948 miles
    Test number
    354650659090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass85,662 miles (+2,093)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    85,662 miles
    Test number
    604079648008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass83,569 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    83,569 miles
    Test number
    164684557491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail83,532 miles (+2,240)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,532 miles
    Test number
    433851857097
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass81,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    81,292 miles
    Test number
    602715756072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K47 ADW

Does K47 ADW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K47 ADW expired on 26 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K47 ADW?
The MOT on K47 ADW expired on 26 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K47 ADW done?
K47 ADW was recorded at 146,546 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 3,263 miles a year.
Has K47 ADW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K47 ADW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K47 ADW 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 K47 ADW find?
K47 ADW failed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 7 advisories: offside rear inner tyre has ply or cords exposed; central rear exhaust system insecure; emissions unable to be completed water leak, and 9 more.

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