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Vauxhall Cavalier

White · Petrol · 1993 · 1,796 cc

L79 UVLMOT history

L79 UVL is a white petrol Vauxhall Cavalier first used on 1 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 129,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2024
Mileage
129,011 mi
At MOT on 22 Mar 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,547 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L79 UVL
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
1 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L79 UVL was last recorded at 129,011 miles on 22 Mar 2023, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 23 Mar 2016: 114,516 miles, lower than 128,452 miles on 25 Mar 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
128,974 miles · 4 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
1,547 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 129,011 miles
  • 2022 – 128,974 miles
  • 2021 – 128,956 miles
  • 2020 – 128,900 miles
  • 2019 – 128,880 miles
  • 2018 – 128,868 miles
  • 2017 – 128,854 miles
  • 2016 – 128,481 miles
  • 2015 – 128,452 miles
  • 2014 – 128,411 miles
  • 2013 – 128,393 miles
  • 2012 – 128,367 miles
  • 2011 – 128,084 miles
  • 2009 – 125,147 miles
  • 2008 – 120,421 miles
  • 2007 – 112,900 miles
  • 2006 – 103,430 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,011 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle chassis corroding

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.

  • Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2009

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

25 tests since 7 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,011 miles (+37)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    129,011 miles
    Test number
    928298737623
    • AdvisoryVehicle chassis corroding

  2. Pass128,974 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    128,974 miles
    Test number
    187652958997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail128,972 miles (+16)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,972 miles
    Test number
    399496162960
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass128,956 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    128,956 miles
    Test number
    650781177411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass128,900 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    128,900 miles
    Test number
    875231986472
    • AdvisoryAreas of corrosion

  6. Fail128,897 miles (+17)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,897 miles
    Test number
    835690043914
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength boot floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass128,880 miles (+12)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    128,880 miles
    Test number
    305173053591
    • AdvisoryInner arches corroding
    • 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))

  8. Pass128,868 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    128,868 miles
    Test number
    291526372104
    • AdvisoryInner sills corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  9. Pass128,854 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    128,854 miles
    Test number
    398012971440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,481 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    128,481 miles
    Test number
    308923156799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail128,478 miles (+13,962)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,478 miles
    Test number
    625422939949
    • FailureFuel pipe leaking Front to rear (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Near side rear Spring mounting (2.4.A.3)

  12. Fail114,516 miles (-13,936)2 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,516 miles
    Test number
    234322743732
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryPetrol pipes rusted

  13. Pass128,452 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    128,452 miles
    Test number
    269194585032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail128,448 miles (+37)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,448 miles
    Test number
    298028575017
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  15. Pass128,411 miles (+18)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    128,411 miles
    Test number
    587789244024
    • NoteCar has been standing about under side rusty

  16. Pass128,393 miles (+26)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    128,393 miles
    Test number
    918366153046
    • NoteInner sills rusty
    • NoteRear brake pipes rusty
    • NoteRear exhaust blow

  17. Pass128,367 miles (+283)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    128,367 miles
    Test number
    915901052028
    • NoteBubble rust started on o/s outer door sill
    • NoteEngine sump leaking oil
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteN/s/r door will not open
    • NoteTyrewear starting on both front inner edges

  18. Pass128,084 miles (+2,937)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    128,084 miles
    Test number
    107946151480
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder body shows general corrosion

  19. Pass125,147 miles (+2)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    125,147 miles
    Test number
    240197159299
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  20. Fail125,145 miles (+4,724)1 dangerous3 failures9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,145 miles
    Test number
    843283659228
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  21. Pass120,421 miles (+7,521)1 advisory9 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    120,421 miles
    Test number
    191349548219
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear spring mountings starting to corrode
    • NoteCorrosion to o/s and n/s outer sills
    • NoteN/s/f inner wheel arch starting to corrode
    • NoteN/s/r door does not open
    • NoteO/s outer c/v boot deteriorating not split
    • NoteSigns of underbody corrosion
    • NoteSlight to corrosion to boot floor inside

  22. Pass112,900 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    112,900 miles
    Test number
    273560547296
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly

  23. Fail112,900 miles (+9,470)4 dangerous2 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,900 miles
    Test number
    361307037402
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteN/s/f inner wing starting to corrode
    • NoteN/s/r brake slight binding
    • NoteSigns of underbody corrosion
    • NoteSteering rack damp

  24. Pass103,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    103,430 miles
    Test number
    321264656201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail103,430 miles2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,430 miles
    Test number
    952640156248
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSteering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.2.C.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion starting underside on componentsand body
    • NoteSlight inbalance in rear brakes

Questions about L79 UVL

Does L79 UVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L79 UVL expired on 11 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L79 UVL?
The MOT on L79 UVL expired on 11 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L79 UVL done?
L79 UVL was recorded at 129,011 miles at its MOT on 22 Mar 2023, an average of 1,547 miles a year.
Has L79 UVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L79 UVL has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L79 UVL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 23 Mar 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L79 UVL find?
L79 UVL passed its latest MOT on 22 Mar 2023 with 1 advisory: vehicle chassis corroding.

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