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Vauxhall Frontera

Grey · Petrol · 1994 · 2,410 cc

L113 MBMMOT history

L113 MBM is a grey petrol Vauxhall Frontera first used on 23 May 1994. Its MOT expired on 3 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 138,498 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Aug 2025
Mileage
138,498 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2024
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,489 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L113 MBM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Frontera
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,410 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
23 May 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L113 MBM was last recorded at 138,498 miles on 3 Aug 2024, 138 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,360 miles · 4 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
138 miles
Average per year
3,489 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 138,498 miles
  • 2023 – 138,360 miles
  • 2022 – 135,548 miles
  • 2021 – 133,403 miles
  • 2020 – 132,398 miles
  • 2019 – 128,481 miles
  • 2018 – 123,581 miles
  • 2017 – 122,344 miles
  • 2016 – 120,735 miles
  • 2014 – 108,835 miles
  • 2013 – 98,343 miles
  • 2011 – 98,328 miles
  • 2009 – 94,944 miles
  • 2008 – 87,314 miles
  • 2007 – 80,119 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,498 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,498 miles4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    138,498 miles
    Test number
    281667629476
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail138,498 miles (+138)3 repaired4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,498 miles
    Test number
    856650425670
    • Repaired at testAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorIndicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH SIDES (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ALL (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass138,360 miles (+6)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    138,360 miles
    Test number
    774844735553
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering noisey

  4. Fail138,354 miles (+2,806)6 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,354 miles
    Test number
    879070446560
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (4.10 (c) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated BOTH (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,548 miles (+2,145)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,548 miles
    Test number
    717845941578
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to suspension and floors

  6. Pass133,403 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    133,403 miles
    Test number
    456071570441
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail133,403 miles (+1,005)1 dangerous6 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,403 miles
    Test number
    102273557176
    • DangerousOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Wheel bearing has excessive play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

  8. Pass132,398 miles (+3,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    132,398 miles
    Test number
    784169063556
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass128,481 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    128,481 miles
    Test number
    587293788607
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  10. Fail128,481 miles (+4,900)3 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,481 miles
    Test number
    286778645089
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pipe excessively corroded both (1.1.11 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  11. Pass123,581 miles (+1,237)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    123,581 miles
    Test number
    419794955104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass122,344 miles (+1,609)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    122,344 miles
    Test number
    739845036038
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased and cleaned

  13. Pass120,735 miles (+33)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    120,735 miles
    Test number
    666391233610
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front too rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryE.M.L. On
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  14. Fail120,702 miles (+11,867)14 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,702 miles
    Test number
    146189342318
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureNearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) Steering idler (2.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both front too rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryE.M.L. On
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  15. Pass108,835 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    108,835 miles
    Test number
    408994824349
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail108,828 miles (+10,485)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,828 miles
    Test number
    628173624397
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass98,343 miles (+15)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    98,343 miles
    Test number
    549977053377
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOffside step missing
    • NoteSlight play at steering
    • NoteUnderbody corrosion

  18. Pass98,328 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    98,328 miles
    Test number
    875121571139
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail98,320 miles (+3,376)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,320 miles
    Test number
    598707861111
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass94,944 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    94,944 miles
    Test number
    274238039367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,943 miles (+7,629)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,943 miles
    Test number
    981037439301
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  22. Pass87,314 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    87,314 miles
    Test number
    303798038393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail87,413 miles (+7,294)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,413 miles
    Test number
    341778138310
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass80,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    80,119 miles
    Test number
    162291127397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail80,119 miles2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,119 miles
    Test number
    650243917397
    • FailureBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Questions about L113 MBM

Does L113 MBM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L113 MBM expired on 3 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L113 MBM?
The MOT on L113 MBM expired on 3 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L113 MBM done?
L113 MBM was recorded at 138,498 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2024, an average of 3,489 miles a year.
Has L113 MBM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L113 MBM has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L113 MBM 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 L113 MBM find?
L113 MBM passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2024 with 4 minor defects and 5 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both; hazard warning switch faulty; headlamp lens slightly defective both, and 6 more.

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