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Vauxhall Cavalier

Purple · Petrol · 1993 · 1,998 cc

K69 FHJMOT history

K69 FHJ is a purple petrol Vauxhall Cavalier first used on 20 Jan 1993. Its MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026 and it has passed 10 of 18 MOT tests, with 132,176 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Sept 2026
Mileage
132,176 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
10 passed · 8 failed
Per year
469 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K69 FHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Cavalier
Colour
Purple
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
20 Jan 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K69 FHJ was last recorded at 132,176 miles on 2 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Sept 2025: 132,176 miles, lower than 167,375 miles on 20 May 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
167,375 miles · 20 May 2024
Average per year
469 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,176 miles
  • 2024 – 167,375 miles
  • 2022 – 162,921 miles
  • 2014 – 162,729 miles
  • 2013 – 157,898 miles
  • 2012 – 152,066 miles
  • 2011 – 144,911 miles
  • 2010 – 137,521 miles
  • 2007 – 131,899 miles
  • 2006 – 123,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,176 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryINFORMED BY CUSTOMER - SPEEDO CHANGE 06/25 PREVIOUSLY 167401m
  • AdvisoryNearside 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))

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,176 miles (-35,199)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    132,176 miles
    Test number
    257327587796
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryINFORMED BY CUSTOMER - SPEEDO CHANGE 06/25 PREVIOUSLY 167401m
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
  2. Pass167,375 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2025
    Odometer
    167,375 miles
    Test number
    894441628794
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface lense cracking (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated has pin hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 Front tires heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 rear discs worn & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 rear tires worn heavily (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail167,375 miles (+4,454)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,375 miles
    Test number
    299192451127
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface lense cracking (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated has pin hole in boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 Front tires heavily worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 rear discs worn & corroded (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 rear tires worn heavily (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass162,921 miles (+192)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    162,921 miles
    Test number
    516896397442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass162,729 miles (+35)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    162,729 miles
    Test number
    217001384457
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear wheel arches
    • NotePlastic skirts not allowing full inspection of outer sills
  6. Fail162,694 miles (+4,796)1 failure5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,694 miles
    Test number
    718614774197
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to both rear wheel arches
  7. Pass157,898 miles (+32)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    157,898 miles
    Test number
    127426673132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded
  8. Fail157,866 miles (+5,800)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,866 miles
    Test number
    567885663192
    • FailureNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
  9. Pass152,066 miles (+317)8 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    152,066 miles
    Test number
    467311102146
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAftermarket exhaust fitted
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NotePlastic door sill covers fitted
    • NoteRear brake application uneven
  10. Fail151,749 miles (+6,838)3 dangerous5 failures8 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,749 miles
    Test number
    637507982012
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end loose (2.2.B.1d)
    • DangerousOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteAftermarket exhaust fitted
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NotePlastic door sill covers fitted
    • NoteRear brake application uneven
  11. Pass144,911 miles (+6)11 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    144,911 miles
    Test number
    945207311174
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside headlamp slightly insecure
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch corroded close to seatbelt anchorage prescribed area
    • NoteOffside rear roadspring top mounting corroded
    • NotePoor reserve travel to park brake lever
    • NoteRear roadsprings corroded
    • NoteSlight play in offsiue rear wheel bearing
    • NoteSteel brake pipe to offside front flexy hose close to excessively corroded at bulkhead
    • NoteWindscreen scratched
    • NoteRepair to offside front inner wheel arch has heavy underseal applied
  12. Fail144,905 miles (+405)2 failures10 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,905 miles
    Test number
    137833011115
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside headlamp slightly insecure
    • NoteNearside rear wheel arch corroded close to seatbelt anchorage prescribed area
    • NoteOffside rear roadspring top mounting corroded
    • NotePoor reserve travel to park brake lever
    • NoteRear roadsprings corroded
    • NoteSlight play in offsiue rear wheel bearing
    • NoteSteel brake pipe to offside front flexy hose close to excessively corroded at bulkhead
    • NoteWindscreen scratched
  13. Fail144,500 miles (+6,979)9 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,500 miles
    Test number
    305844391036
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnable to fully check outer sills due to side skirts fitted
  14. Pass137,521 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    137,521 miles
    Test number
    100753010120
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  15. Fail137,511 miles (+5,612)2 dangerous11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,511 miles
    Test number
    371383100118
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  16. Pass131,899 miles (+208)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2008
    Odometer
    131,899 miles
    Test number
    942052247159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail131,691 miles (+8,569)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,691 miles
    Test number
    111058537144
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyre outer wall damaged † †oil leak † †corrosion to fuel lines † †rear anti roll bar/bushes in poor condtion † †slight corrosion to inner wheel arches rear † †o/s/r tyre nail in † †general corrosion to underneath of car
    • NoteHandbrake travel high † †plastic seal covers fitted † †n/s washer poor † †number plate light dim † †side repaeater faded o/s † †battery loose † †smell of fuel under bonnet no leak found
    • NoteHeavily corrosion to floor pans and rear chassic rails † †corrosion to metal brake pipes † †corrosion to o/s/f inner wheel arch † †corrosion to front floorpans and chassics rails † †corrosion to rear panel
  18. Pass123,122 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2007
    Odometer
    123,122 miles
    Test number
    791139436157
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteAdvise brake pad indicator lamp on,Slight play osr wheel bearing.

Questions about K69 FHJ

Does K69 FHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K69 FHJ expired on 1 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K69 FHJ?
The MOT on K69 FHJ expired on 1 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K69 FHJ done?
K69 FHJ was recorded at 132,176 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2025, an average of 469 miles a year.
Has K69 FHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K69 FHJ has failed 8 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
Has the mileage on K69 FHJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Sept 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K69 FHJ find?
K69 FHJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; informed by customer - speedo change 06/25 previously 167401m; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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