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Red · Diesel · 2017 · 1,956 cc

L26 GBYMOT history

L26 GBY is a red diesel Vauxhall Insignia first used on 21 Jul 2017. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jul 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 104,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

L26 GBY red Vauxhall Insignia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jul 2027
Mileage
104,185 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 GBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Insignia
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
21 Jul 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 GBY was last recorded at 104,185 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 18,553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
85,632 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
18,553 miles
Average per year
12,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,185 miles
  • 2025 – 85,632 miles
  • 2024 – 70,101 miles
  • 2023 – 52,920 miles
  • 2022 – 41,420 miles
  • 2021 – 32,494 miles
  • 2020 – 26,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,185 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

10 tests since 13 Jul 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,185 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    104,185 miles
    Test number
    128251028038
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Fail104,185 miles (+18,553)3 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,185 miles
    Test number
    552771946477
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  3. Pass85,632 miles (+15,531)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    85,632 miles
    Test number
    431189734884
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Damage in the top left & One in the centre line of steering wheel no greater than 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin looks like it had seized at some point, Wheel moving free (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft damaged but serviceable (6.1.7 (e))
  4. Pass70,101 miles (+17,181)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    70,101 miles
    Test number
    594531464429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass52,920 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    52,920 miles
    Test number
    378716458443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail52,920 miles (+11,500)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,920 miles
    Test number
    207891607684
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass41,420 miles (+8,926)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    41,420 miles
    Test number
    280053927611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,494 miles (+5,860)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    32,494 miles
    Test number
    194873388584

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass26,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    26,634 miles
    Test number
    356354710956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    200163120601
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about L26 GBY

Does L26 GBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 GBY is valid until 12 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 GBY?
The MOT on L26 GBY is valid until 12 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 GBY done?
L26 GBY was recorded at 104,185 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 12,952 miles a year.
Has L26 GBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 GBY has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on L26 GBY 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 L26 GBY find?
L26 GBY passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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