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Vauxhall Viva

Red · Petrol · 2015 · 999 cc

L18 VYWMOT history

L18 VYW is a red petrol Vauxhall Viva first used on 30 Jul 2015. Its MOT is valid until 22 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 89,128 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

L18 VYW red Vauxhall Viva – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Oct 2027
Mileage
89,128 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 VYW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Viva
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Jul 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 VYW was last recorded at 89,128 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 7,630 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,498 miles · 20 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,630 miles
Average per year
5,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,128 miles
  • 2025 – 81,498 miles
  • 2024 – 74,625 miles
  • 2023 – 72,029 miles
  • 2022 – 70,165 miles
  • 2021 – 61,541 miles
  • 2020 – 53,925 miles
  • 2019 – 50,035 miles
  • 2018 – 43,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,128 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryExhaust flexi section deteriorated

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

11 tests since 6 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,128 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    89,128 miles
    Test number
    862274127258
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi section deteriorated

  2. Fail89,121 miles (+7,623)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,121 miles
    Test number
    868722511905
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi section deteriorated

  3. Pass81,498 miles (+6,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    81,498 miles
    Test number
    277079236351
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass74,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,625 miles
    Test number
    381710056948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail74,625 miles (+2,596)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,625 miles
    Test number
    209022564413
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective hanger corroded and snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,029 miles (+1,864)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,029 miles
    Test number
    295985362281
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass70,165 miles (+8,624)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    70,165 miles
    Test number
    671427495465
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass61,541 miles (+7,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    61,541 miles
    Test number
    966747255074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer sill damaged

  9. Pass53,925 miles (+3,890)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    53,925 miles
    Test number
    634403448613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,035 miles (+6,563)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    50,035 miles
    Test number
    670342186630
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass43,472 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    43,472 miles
    Test number
    971273014363
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L18 VYW

Does L18 VYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 VYW is valid until 22 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 VYW?
The MOT on L18 VYW is valid until 22 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 VYW done?
L18 VYW was recorded at 89,128 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 5,566 miles a year.
Has L18 VYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 VYW has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on L18 VYW 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 VYW find?
L18 VYW passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge just above limit; nearside rear seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 3 more.

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