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White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,956 cc

L18 SMUMOT history

L18 SMU is a white diesel Vauxhall Insignia first used on 8 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 146,142 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

L18 SMU white Vauxhall Insignia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
146,142 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,878 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 SMU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Insignia
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 SMU was last recorded at 146,142 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,139 miles · 3 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,878 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,142 miles
  • 2025 – 137,505 miles
  • 2024 – 135,524 miles
  • 2022 – 132,706 miles
  • 2021 – 126,217 miles
  • 2020 – 115,551 miles
  • 2019 – 99,866 miles
  • 2018 – 91,214 miles
  • 2017 – 83,804 miles
  • 2016 – 72,532 miles
  • 2015 – 58,213 miles
  • 2014 – 43,278 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,142 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,142 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    146,142 miles
    Test number
    601186697631
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail146,139 miles (+8,634)1 dangerous3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,139 miles
    Test number
    331804114711
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass137,505 miles (+3)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    137,505 miles
    Test number
    346036909233
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail137,502 miles (+1,978)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,502 miles
    Test number
    698832480385
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass135,524 miles (+2,818)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    135,524 miles
    Test number
    222135517497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass132,706 miles (+6,489)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    132,706 miles
    Test number
    952326580213
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass126,217 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    126,217 miles
    Test number
    336635762694
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail126,216 miles (+6)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,216 miles
    Test number
    709656832840
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail126,210 miles (+1)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,210 miles
    Test number
    587464538604
    • MajorRear Coil spring fractured or broken both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Fail126,209 miles (+10,658)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,209 miles
    Test number
    737693265448
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both side (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass115,551 miles (+15,685)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,551 miles
    Test number
    903376286837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,866 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    99,866 miles
    Test number
    920426168608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge change asap,on min limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail99,865 miles (+8,651)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,865 miles
    Test number
    782085661371
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge change asap,on min limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass91,214 miles (+7,410)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    91,214 miles
    Test number
    753714535514
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass83,804 miles (+11,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,804 miles
    Test number
    710510971575
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber dust cover loose.

  16. Pass72,532 miles (+14,319)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,532 miles
    Test number
    257412961403
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass58,213 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,213 miles
    Test number
    775068197598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,212 miles (+14,934)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,212 miles
    Test number
    504188809997
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on wear bars (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass43,278 miles (+49)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,278 miles
    Test number
    437488934453
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly outer of shape on inner treads

  20. Fail43,229 miles5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,229 miles
    Test number
    438797234377
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly outer of shape on inner treads

Questions about L18 SMU

Does L18 SMU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 SMU is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 SMU?
The MOT on L18 SMU is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 SMU done?
L18 SMU was recorded at 146,142 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 8,878 miles a year.
Has L18 SMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 SMU has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 SMU 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 L18 SMU find?
L18 SMU passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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