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Vauxhall Cavalier

Red · Diesel · 1994 · 1,686 cc

L56 JNFMOT history

L56 JNF is a red diesel Vauxhall Cavalier first used on 30 Mar 1994. Its MOT expired on 20 Oct 2026 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 48,683 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Oct 2026
Mileage
48,683 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
196 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L56 JNF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Cavalier
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,686 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
30 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L56 JNF was last recorded at 48,683 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 328 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2012.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,355 miles · 27 Mar 2012
Between the last two tests
328 miles
Average per year
196 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 48,683 miles
  • 2012 – 48,355 miles
  • 2011 – 47,584 miles
  • 2010 – 46,901 miles
  • 2009 – 46,599 miles
  • 2008 – 46,124 miles
  • 2007 – 45,505 miles
  • 2006 – 44,837 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,683 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

11 tests since 24 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,683 miles (+328)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    48,683 miles
    Test number
    970690846221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass48,355 miles (+771)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    48,355 miles
    Test number
    109297282020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades slightly split

  3. Pass47,584 miles (+683)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    47,584 miles
    Test number
    455216291061
    • NoteFront wiper blades deteriorated

  4. Pass46,901 miles (+302)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    46,901 miles
    Test number
    432727590016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades slightly split

  5. Fail46,599 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,599 miles
    Test number
    143444489489
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass46,599 miles (+475)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,599 miles
    Test number
    390314289003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass46,124 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,124 miles
    Test number
    254069498061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Fail46,121 miles (+616)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,121 miles
    Test number
    342994498044
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass45,505 miles (+668)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    45,505 miles
    Test number
    731599687045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,837 miles
    Test number
    460683186073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,837 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,837 miles
    Test number
    480963286068
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about L56 JNF

Does L56 JNF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L56 JNF expired on 20 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L56 JNF?
The MOT on L56 JNF expired on 20 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L56 JNF done?
L56 JNF was recorded at 48,683 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 196 miles a year.
Has L56 JNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L56 JNF has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2009.
Has the mileage on L56 JNF 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 L56 JNF find?
L56 JNF passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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