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Vauxhall Vivaro

White · Diesel · 2003 · 1,870 cc

L7 RLXMOT history

L7 RLX is a white diesel Vauxhall Vivaro first used on 13 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 149,280 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2025
Mileage
149,280 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 RLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vivaro
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 RLX was last recorded at 149,280 miles on 27 Mar 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,280 miles · 26 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 149,280 miles
  • 2023 – 147,749 miles
  • 2022 – 146,288 miles
  • 2021 – 146,064 miles
  • 2020 – 140,998 miles
  • 2019 – 136,397 miles
  • 2018 – 135,023 miles
  • 2017 – 126,052 miles
  • 2016 – 119,589 miles
  • 2015 – 107,404 miles
  • 2014 – 98,474 miles
  • 2013 – 88,190 miles
  • 2011 – 77,468 miles
  • 2010 – 56,951 miles
  • 2009 – 50,706 miles
  • 2008 – 44,450 miles
  • 2007 – 36,170 miles
  • 2006 – 25,501 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,280 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Hazard warning switch inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,280 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    149,280 miles
    Test number
    919502727794
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  2. Fail149,280 miles (+1,531)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,280 miles
    Test number
    385648857790
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  3. Pass147,749 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    147,749 miles
    Test number
    604609292965
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake flexis insecure
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  4. Fail147,748 miles (+1,460)10 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,748 miles
    Test number
    459334639453
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle sliding door (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn 'D' Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength crossmember/inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront both front flexi brake hoses insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
  5. Pass146,288 miles (+224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,288 miles
    Test number
    181236722879
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Fail146,064 miles (+5,066)1 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,064 miles
    Test number
    189212802975
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve missing where fitted as standard (1.1.17 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  7. Pass140,998 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    140,998 miles
    Test number
    822750031633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Fail140,996 miles (+4,599)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,996 miles
    Test number
    918513627318
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
  9. Pass136,397 miles (+1,374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    136,397 miles
    Test number
    608016731484
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass135,023 miles (+8,971)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    135,023 miles
    Test number
    765717546451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,052 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    126,052 miles
    Test number
    516742355222
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  12. Fail126,016 miles (+6,427)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,016 miles
    Test number
    196866169260
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  13. Pass119,589 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    119,589 miles
    Test number
    411522575181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe to n\s\r flex rusty
    • AdvisoryFront brakes require attention
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light
    • AdvisoryN\s\f tyre low inner edge
    • AdvisoryNail in o\s\f tyre
  14. Fail119,589 miles (+12,185)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,589 miles
    Test number
    536504247116
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe to n\s\r flex rusty
    • AdvisoryFront brakes require attention
    • AdvisoryHigh level stop light
    • AdvisoryN\s\f tyre low inner edge
    • AdvisoryNail in o\s\f tyre
  15. Pass107,404 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    107,404 miles
    Test number
    836801095084
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteN\s reverse lamp broken
    • NoteO\s\r disc backplate corroded
  16. Fail107,404 miles (+8,930)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,404 miles
    Test number
    509731395006
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteN\s reverse lamp broken
    • NoteO\s\r disc backplate corroded
  17. Pass98,474 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    98,474 miles
    Test number
    987249074075
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front wing mirror lens damaged
    • NoteOffside rear brake back plated deteriorated
  18. Fail98,474 miles (+10,284)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,474 miles
    Test number
    985939974072
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front wing mirror lens damaged
    • NoteOffside rear brake back plated deteriorated
  19. Pass88,190 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    88,190 miles
    Test number
    119462333026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail88,190 miles (+10,722)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,190 miles
    Test number
    508492333032
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass77,468 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    77,468 miles
    Test number
    486916151430
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
  22. Fail77,468 miles (+7,600)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,468 miles
    Test number
    208476651322
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
  23. Pass69,868 miles (+12,917)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    69,868 miles
    Test number
    187547501464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,951 miles (+6,245)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    56,951 miles
    Test number
    354862410023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBoth registration plates delaminating slightly.
    • NoteHeavy oil leak on engine.
    • NoteParking brake cables require adjustment.
  25. Pass50,706 miles (+6,256)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    50,706 miles
    Test number
    771124659046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,450 miles (+8,280)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    44,450 miles
    Test number
    831701178086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,170 miles (+10,669)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,170 miles
    Test number
    163611877451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass25,501 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    25,501 miles
    Test number
    312405446005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 RLX

Does L7 RLX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 RLX expired on 11 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 RLX?
The MOT on L7 RLX expired on 11 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 RLX done?
L7 RLX was recorded at 149,280 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2024, an average of 6,833 miles a year.
Has L7 RLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 RLX has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on L7 RLX 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 L7 RLX find?
L7 RLX passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2024 with 6 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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