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Vauxhall Cavalier

Silver · Petrol · 1993 · 1,796 cc

L21 NNNMOT history

L21 NNN is a silver petrol Vauxhall Cavalier first used on 8 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2025 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 75,229 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2025
Mileage
75,229 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2024
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 NNN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Cavalier
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
8 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 NNN was last recorded at 75,229 miles on 24 Feb 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,229 miles · 23 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 75,229 miles
  • 2022 – 72,117 miles
  • 2021 – 71,933 miles
  • 2020 – 71,553 miles
  • 2019 – 70,522 miles
  • 2018 – 69,368 miles
  • 2017 – 68,518 miles
  • 2016 – 66,980 miles
  • 2015 – 65,795 miles
  • 2014 – 63,903 miles
  • 2013 – 61,392 miles
  • 2012 – 59,635 miles
  • 2011 – 57,406 miles
  • 2010 – 54,900 miles
  • 2009 – 52,445 miles
  • 2008 – 50,078 miles
  • 2007 – 47,212 miles
  • 2006 – 44,750 miles
  • 2005 – 41,665 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,229 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass75,229 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    75,229 miles
    Test number
    257773928822
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail75,229 miles (+3,112)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,229 miles
    Test number
    805687188078
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s and o/s rear outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass72,117 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    72,117 miles
    Test number
    385001391347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail72,116 miles (+183)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,116 miles
    Test number
    453834817377
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass71,933 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    71,933 miles
    Test number
    211584776250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail71,832 miles (+279)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,832 miles
    Test number
    406961867726
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  7. Pass71,553 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    71,553 miles
    Test number
    770972537289
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroding
  8. Fail71,553 miles (+1,031)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,553 miles
    Test number
    849938997891
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroding
  9. Pass70,522 miles (+1,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    70,522 miles
    Test number
    165149230814
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass69,368 miles (+850)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    69,368 miles
    Test number
    829291826801
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass68,518 miles (+1,538)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,518 miles
    Test number
    407287965181
    • AdvisoryMain brake pipe slightly corroded
  12. Pass66,980 miles (+1,185)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,980 miles
    Test number
    734412729618
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryO/s front lowersuspension arm bush lifting slightly on one corner
    • AdvisorySome travel in hand brake
  13. Pass65,795 miles (+1,892)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    65,795 miles
    Test number
    314082017859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,903 miles (+2,511)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    63,903 miles
    Test number
    135384794291
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear and offside rear sills slightly corroded
    • NoteScrew in nearside rear tyre
  15. Pass61,392 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    61,392 miles
    Test number
    328907573402
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOffside front brake hose ferrule slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded
  16. Fail61,392 miles (+1,757)1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,392 miles
    Test number
    869755073200
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOffside front brake hose ferrule slightly corroded
    • NoteOffside front to rear brake pipe slightly corroded
  17. Pass59,635 miles (+2,229)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,635 miles
    Test number
    308698392255
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePower steering belt slightly deteriorated
  18. Pass57,406 miles (+2,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,406 miles
    Test number
    315481691442
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass54,900 miles (+2,455)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    54,900 miles
    Test number
    774428680248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
  20. Pass52,445 miles (+2,367)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,445 miles
    Test number
    840609879225
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  21. Pass50,078 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    50,078 miles
    Test number
    533923408348
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  22. Fail50,078 miles (+2,866)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,078 miles
    Test number
    484741808497
    • 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  23. Pass47,212 miles (+2,462)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    47,212 miles
    Test number
    550392607397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished and cracking
    • NoteOffside rear brake hose ferules corroded
  24. Pass44,750 miles (+3,085)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    44,750 miles
    Test number
    420883306431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    41,665 miles
    Test number
    301144905388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 NNN

Does L21 NNN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 NNN expired on 23 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 NNN?
The MOT on L21 NNN expired on 23 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 NNN done?
L21 NNN was recorded at 75,229 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2024, an average of 1,832 miles a year.
Has L21 NNN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 NNN has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L21 NNN 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 L21 NNN find?
L21 NNN passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2024 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears; front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s o/s; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under sill, and 1 more.

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