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Vauxhall Vivaro

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,463 cc

L41 ARTMOT history

L41 ART is a silver diesel Vauxhall Vivaro first used on 27 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 167,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

L41 ART silver Vauxhall Vivaro – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Vivaro, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
167,141 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
7,969 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L41 ART
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vivaro
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,463 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
27 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L41 ART was last recorded at 167,141 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,137 miles · 4 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,969 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,141 miles
  • 2025 – 166,010 miles
  • 2024 – 164,587 miles
  • 2023 – 161,118 miles
  • 2022 – 157,055 miles
  • 2021 – 146,849 miles
  • 2020 – 140,879 miles
  • 2019 – 140,560 miles
  • 2018 – 137,716 miles
  • 2017 – 130,870 miles
  • 2016 – 113,842 miles
  • 2015 – 91,043 miles
  • 2014 – 63,936 miles
  • 2013 – 55,824 miles
  • 2012 – 52,456 miles
  • 2011 – 44,047 miles
  • 2010 – 36,463 miles
  • 2009 – 28,738 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,141 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front plus offside front inner flitches surface corrosion
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear chassis surface corrosion above rear coil springs

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

32 tests since 30 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,141 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    167,141 miles
    Test number
    417789703035
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front plus offside front inner flitches surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear chassis surface corrosion above rear coil springs

  2. Fail167,137 miles (+1,127)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,137 miles
    Test number
    104741874891
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,010 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    166,010 miles
    Test number
    920445399759
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail166,001 miles (+1,414)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,001 miles
    Test number
    533323768640
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front abs sensor wire insecure

  5. Pass164,587 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    164,587 miles
    Test number
    198299109604
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion under vehicle.

  6. Fail164,587 miles (+6)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,587 miles
    Test number
    111099274631
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion under vehicle.

  7. Fail164,581 miles (+3,463)10 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,581 miles
    Test number
    708915610379
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle 37% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear pipe at rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm corroded and seriously weakened tie bar from rear subframe to body (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront side lights dull
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front plus offside front cv boots slightly weeping
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside washer jet
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to all brake and suspension components
    • AdvisoryHeavy surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  8. Pass161,118 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    161,118 miles
    Test number
    787158336589
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  9. Fail161,115 miles (+4,060)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,115 miles
    Test number
    517182374451
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  10. Pass157,055 miles (+10,206)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    157,055 miles
    Test number
    872361165090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  11. Pass146,849 miles (+5,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    146,849 miles
    Test number
    172370948504
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass140,879 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    140,879 miles
    Test number
    179127610530
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  13. Fail140,866 miles (+306)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,866 miles
    Test number
    489121461213
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases bracket (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  14. Pass140,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,560 miles
    Test number
    843820290079
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Fail140,560 miles (+2,844)7 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,560 miles
    Test number
    747389974826
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass137,716 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    137,716 miles
    Test number
    176407981085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  17. Fail137,714 miles (+6,844)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,714 miles
    Test number
    610501657876
    • MajorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  18. Pass130,870 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    130,870 miles
    Test number
    871001260681
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDiesel tank straps are corroded but tank is still secure.

  19. Fail130,854 miles (+17,012)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,854 miles
    Test number
    823734302923
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryDiesel tank straps are corroded but tank is still secure.

  20. Pass113,842 miles (+22,799)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    113,842 miles
    Test number
    452822169382
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  21. Pass91,043 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    91,043 miles
    Test number
    196768765162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail91,043 miles (+27,107)11 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,043 miles
    Test number
    959016765105
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass63,936 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    63,936 miles
    Test number
    488374804158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,936 miles (+8,112)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,936 miles
    Test number
    709274504187
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass55,824 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,824 miles
    Test number
    418555713151
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Fail55,824 miles (+3,368)5 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,824 miles
    Test number
    557952113149
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteScreen washer bottle lid missing

  27. Pass52,456 miles (+8,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,456 miles
    Test number
    407894502151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  28. Pass44,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    44,047 miles
    Test number
    857596591038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail44,047 miles (+7,584)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,047 miles
    Test number
    305965491008
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  30. Pass36,463 miles (+7,725)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    36,463 miles
    Test number
    720074980049
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  31. Pass28,738 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    28,738 miles
    Test number
    513660999026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail28,734 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,734 miles
    Test number
    744699489062
    • FailureCentre Rear Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about L41 ART

Does L41 ART currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L41 ART is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L41 ART?
The MOT on L41 ART is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L41 ART done?
L41 ART was recorded at 167,141 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 7,969 miles a year.
Has L41 ART ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L41 ART has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L41 ART 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 L41 ART find?
L41 ART passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front plus offside front inner flitches surface corrosion; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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