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Black · Diesel · 2017 · 1,956 cc

L40 SDFMOT history

L40 SDF is a black diesel Vauxhall Insignia first used on 30 Sept 2017. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 7 of 10 MOT tests, with 108,974 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2026.

L40 SDF black Vauxhall Insignia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
108,974 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2026
MOT tests
10
7 passed · 3 failed
Per year
14,937 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 SDF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Insignia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,956 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
30 Sept 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 SDF was last recorded at 108,974 miles on 31 Aug 2026, 7,811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,163 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,811 miles
Average per year
14,937 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,974 miles
  • 2025 – 101,163 miles
  • 2024 – 87,023 miles
  • 2023 – 70,242 miles
  • 2022 – 51,452 miles
  • 2021 – 35,038 miles
  • 2020 – 20,354 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,974 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 slight oil leak between engine and gearbox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear high/low spots on inner edge of tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 24 Sept 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,974 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    108,974 miles
    Test number
    240823520585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail108,974 miles (+7,811)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,974 miles
    Test number
    219722833445
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative okay after reset (5.2.3 (h))

  3. Pass101,163 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    101,163 miles
    Test number
    191394542453
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak between engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail101,161 miles (+14,138)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,161 miles
    Test number
    424275703790
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted brake pad breaking away from lining (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight oil leak between engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass87,023 miles (+16,781)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    87,023 miles
    Test number
    845507990944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,242 miles (+491)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    70,242 miles
    Test number
    217568825983
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear high/low spots on inner edge of tyre

  7. Fail69,751 miles (+18,299)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,751 miles
    Test number
    601694525585
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear high/low spots on inner edge of tyre

  8. Pass51,452 miles (+16,414)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,452 miles
    Test number
    310003695270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass35,038 miles (+14,684)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    35,038 miles
    Test number
    810909055830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,354 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    20,354 miles
    Test number
    310936851574
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm @ 245/45 r18 W (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm @ 245/45 r18 W (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about L40 SDF

Does L40 SDF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 SDF is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 SDF?
The MOT on L40 SDF is valid until 29 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 SDF done?
L40 SDF was recorded at 108,974 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2026, an average of 14,937 miles a year.
Has L40 SDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 SDF has failed 3 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 SDF 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 SDF find?
L40 SDF passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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