
Vauxhall Vivaro
White · Diesel · 2006 · 1,870 cc
L40 HFCMOT history
L40 HFC is a white diesel Vauxhall Vivaro first used on 24 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 202,351 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 20 Sept 2027
- Mileage
- 202,351 mi
- At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
- MOT tests
- 28
- 18 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 8,613 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L40 HFC
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Vauxhall
- Model
- Vivaro
- Colour
- White
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,870 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 24 Apr 2006
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 21 Sept 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
L40 HFC was last recorded at 202,351 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 1,665 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 200,686 miles · 1 Nov 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,665 miles
- Average per year
- 8,613 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 202,351 miles
- 2025 – 200,686 miles
- 2024 – 200,163 miles
- 2023 – 185,470 miles
- 2022 – 180,796 miles
- 2021 – 175,519 miles
- 2020 – 170,614 miles
- 2019 – 163,079 miles
- 2018 – 157,246 miles
- 2017 – 153,084 miles
- 2016 – 147,895 miles
- 2015 – 144,513 miles
- 2014 – 133,822 miles
- 2013 – 114,412 miles
- 2012 – 97,486 miles
- 2011 – 82,647 miles
- 2010 – 69,332 miles
- 2009 – 51,854 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2017
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
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.
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value
Dangerous3 MOTs, 2020–2023
Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2017
Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024
Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023
Full MOT history
28 tests since 1 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass202,351 miles3 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Sept 2027
- Odometer
- 202,351 miles
- Test number
- 785394592888
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Fail202,351 miles (+1,665)1 repaired3 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 202,351 miles
- Test number
- 769319537897
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorTrack rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
Pass200,686 miles (+22)
- MOT expiry
- 31 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 200,686 miles
- Test number
- 726855635670
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail200,664 miles (+501)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 200,664 miles
- Test number
- 734293591469
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing inner wall
Pass200,163 miles (+14,693)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Sept 2025
- Odometer
- 200,163 miles
- Test number
- 294177873059
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryCoolant leak
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass185,470 miles (+28)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jul 2024
- Odometer
- 185,470 miles
- Test number
- 610078270663
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Fail185,442 miles (+4,646)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 185,442 miles
- Test number
- 874975836018
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass180,796 miles (+5,277)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 May 2023
- Odometer
- 180,796 miles
- Test number
- 184133014908
- AdvisoryOffside Front direction indicator lens slightly damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass175,519 miles (+12)
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2022
- Odometer
- 175,519 miles
- Test number
- 873087389559
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail175,507 miles (+4,893)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 175,507 miles
- Test number
- 105918557421
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorParking brake inoperative on one side BOTH sides (1.4.1 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Play in both front strut top mounts.
- AdvisoryHigh level brake light inop
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass170,614 miles (+96)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 170,614 miles
- Test number
- 956418570582
- AdvisoryHigh level brake light inop.
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear fog light lens is broken.
Fail170,518 miles (+7,439)3 dangerous17 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,518 miles
- Test number
- 825372952678
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorParking brake inoperative on one side BOTH (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryHigh level brake light inop
- AdvisoryRear fog lamp lens is broken
Pass163,079 miles (+5,833)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 163,079 miles
- Test number
- 157599123699
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play border line (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass157,246 miles (+4,162)8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 157,246 miles
- Test number
- 808947935146
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside 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)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass153,084 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 153,084 miles
- Test number
- 728815460285
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Fail153,084 miles (+5,189)2 failures5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,084 miles
- Test number
- 887452922816
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass147,895 miles (+3,382)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 17 Jan 2017
- Odometer
- 147,895 miles
- Test number
- 249124107725
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake calliper park lever not returning fully
Pass144,513 miles (+10,691)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 14 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 144,513 miles
- Test number
- 756665115013
- NoteOil leak
Fail133,822 miles3 repaired1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 133,822 miles
- Test number
- 406885614163
- Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
- AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass133,822 miles (+19,410)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2015
- Odometer
- 133,822 miles
- Test number
- 815705814137
- AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass114,412 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2014
- Odometer
- 114,412 miles
- Test number
- 968128903132
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Fail114,411 miles (+16,925)4 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 114,411 miles
- Test number
- 355537103141
- FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
Pass97,486 miles4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2013
- Odometer
- 97,486 miles
- Test number
- 238621912451
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Fail97,486 miles (+14,839)3 failures4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 97,486 miles
- Test number
- 215821812488
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass82,647 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2012
- Odometer
- 82,647 miles
- Test number
- 516128791099
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail82,647 miles (+13,315)5 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,647 miles
- Test number
- 877757891067
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- NoteBoth rear brake discs worn
Pass69,332 miles (+17,478)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2011
- Odometer
- 69,332 miles
- Test number
- 540935000143
- NoteSlight play in o/s of steering rack.
Pass51,854 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 51,854 miles
- Test number
- 162281199070
- AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteSlight play in steering rack
Questions about L40 HFC
- Does L40 HFC currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 HFC is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
- When is the MOT due on L40 HFC?
- The MOT on L40 HFC is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has L40 HFC done?
- L40 HFC was recorded at 202,351 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 8,613 miles a year.
- Has L40 HFC ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L40 HFC has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
- Has the mileage on L40 HFC 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 L40 HFC find?
- L40 HFC passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 7 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 7 more.
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