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Vauxhall Cavalier

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,796 cc

L52 BODMOT history

L52 BOD is a white petrol Vauxhall Cavalier first used on 6 Oct 1993. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 37 MOT tests, with 151,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
151,832 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
37
21 passed · 16 failed
Per year
1,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L52 BOD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Cavalier
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
6 Oct 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L52 BOD was last recorded at 151,832 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 1,151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,681 miles · 26 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,151 miles
Average per year
1,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,832 miles
  • 2025 – 150,681 miles
  • 2024 – 150,564 miles
  • 2023 – 149,751 miles
  • 2022 – 149,359 miles
  • 2021 – 149,066 miles
  • 2020 – 148,497 miles
  • 2019 – 147,971 miles
  • 2018 – 146,981 miles
  • 2017 – 146,349 miles
  • 2016 – 145,492 miles
  • 2015 – 144,712 miles
  • 2014 – 143,074 miles
  • 2013 – 141,808 miles
  • 2012 – 140,515 miles
  • 2011 – 138,733 miles
  • 2010 – 136,972 miles
  • 2009 – 135,108 miles
  • 2008 – 134,044 miles
  • 2007 – 132,238 miles
  • 2006 – 130,761 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,832 miles

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leaks from engine

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

37 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,832 miles (+1,151)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    151,832 miles
    Test number
    340334865181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass150,681 miles (+117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    150,681 miles
    Test number
    792695216863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,564 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    150,564 miles
    Test number
    578178392389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill end (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail150,564 miles (+813)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,564 miles
    Test number
    734189058847
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced above coil spring (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear of inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass149,751 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    149,751 miles
    Test number
    837820154091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail149,744 miles (+385)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,744 miles
    Test number
    635162401394
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.780% (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass149,359 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    149,359 miles
    Test number
    729699314570
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail149,357 miles (+291)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,357 miles
    Test number
    931885363198
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to blue smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass149,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,066 miles
    Test number
    768576896343
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail149,066 miles (+569)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,066 miles
    Test number
    662903531081
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass148,497 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    148,497 miles
    Test number
    409207934765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail148,496 miles (+525)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,496 miles
    Test number
    119338762068
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass147,971 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    147,971 miles
    Test number
    427108732411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail147,969 miles (+988)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,969 miles
    Test number
    829824398832
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  15. Pass146,981 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    146,981 miles
    Test number
    766348561361
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 both front tyres worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside

  16. Fail146,981 miles (+632)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,981 miles
    Test number
    461902670562
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn X2 both front droplink bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt X2 both front track rod ends (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted and wearing thin (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge X2 both front tyres worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underside

  17. Pass146,349 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    146,349 miles
    Test number
    506717370307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from engine

  18. Fail146,349 miles (+857)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,349 miles
    Test number
    824568937741
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded along inner wing- under bonnet (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from engine

  19. Pass145,492 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    145,492 miles
    Test number
    457347289946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in bulkhead/inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from engine

  20. Fail145,492 miles (+780)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,492 miles
    Test number
    933691819463
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to exhaust blowing (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded in bulkhead/inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from top radiator hose?
    • AdvisoryOil leaks from engine

  21. Pass144,712 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    144,712 miles
    Test number
    355130415252
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteUnderbody surface rust

  22. Fail144,712 miles (+1,638)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,712 miles
    Test number
    568440215236
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • NoteUnderbody surface rust

  23. Pass143,074 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    143,074 miles
    Test number
    575414004233
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Fail143,074 miles (+1,266)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,074 miles
    Test number
    145913304273
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  25. Pass141,808 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    141,808 miles
    Test number
    579905503218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine has an oil leak

  26. Fail141,808 miles (+1,293)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,808 miles
    Test number
    238734803277
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  27. Pass140,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    140,515 miles
    Test number
    758242292197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail140,515 miles (+1,782)3 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,515 miles
    Test number
    205002892488
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine missfire on number 3 cylinder

  29. Pass138,733 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    138,733 miles
    Test number
    215347781491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  30. Fail138,733 miles (+1,761)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,733 miles
    Test number
    926816281177
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  31. Pass136,972 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    136,972 miles
    Test number
    494710580178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail136,959 miles (+1,851)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,959 miles
    Test number
    281945470189
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  33. Pass135,108 miles (+1,064)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    135,108 miles
    Test number
    222967049470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass134,044 miles (+1,806)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    134,044 miles
    Test number
    430414248103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  35. Pass132,238 miles (+1,477)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2008
    Odometer
    132,238 miles
    Test number
    602250937112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass130,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2007
    Odometer
    130,761 miles
    Test number
    551202436181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  37. Fail130,761 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,761 miles
    Test number
    383641236196
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about L52 BOD

Does L52 BOD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L52 BOD is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L52 BOD?
The MOT on L52 BOD is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L52 BOD done?
L52 BOD was recorded at 151,832 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 1,035 miles a year.
Has L52 BOD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L52 BOD has failed 16 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L52 BOD 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 L52 BOD find?
L52 BOD passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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