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Vauxhall Cavalier

Blue · Petrol · 1993 · 1,998 cc

L7 VJLMOT history

L7 VJL is a blue petrol Vauxhall Cavalier first used on 14 Sept 1993. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 147,235 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
147,235 mi
At MOT on 4 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 VJL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Cavalier
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
14 Sept 1993
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 VJL was last recorded at 147,235 miles on 4 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,235 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,235 miles
  • 2024 – 146,277 miles
  • 2023 – 140,751 miles
  • 2022 – 135,741 miles
  • 2021 – 133,308 miles
  • 2020 – 129,742 miles
  • 2019 – 127,844 miles
  • 2018 – 125,153 miles
  • 2017 – 122,636 miles
  • 2015 – 113,990 miles
  • 2013 – 112,645 miles
  • 2012 – 110,525 miles
  • 2011 – 105,559 miles
  • 2010 – 98,651 miles
  • 2008 – 94,539 miles
  • 2007 – 92,229 miles
  • 2006 – 89,647 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,235 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,235 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    147,235 miles
    Test number
    125066089601
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Fail147,235 miles (+958)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,235 miles
    Test number
    951681227463
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass146,277 miles (+5,526)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    146,277 miles
    Test number
    660074214819
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge INNER EDGE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush TOP MOUNT (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Pass140,751 miles (+5,010)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    140,751 miles
    Test number
    551179385727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass135,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    135,741 miles
    Test number
    259362616143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail135,741 miles (+2,433)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,741 miles
    Test number
    768335721505
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  7. Pass133,308 miles (+3,566)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    133,308 miles
    Test number
    994184947762
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass129,742 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    129,742 miles
    Test number
    109380210992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail129,742 miles (+1,898)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,742 miles
    Test number
    908873292985
    • DangerousFront Macpherson strut mounting fractured both front top mounts (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass127,844 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    127,844 miles
    Test number
    985941190598
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail127,844 miles (+2,691)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,844 miles
    Test number
    893702283853
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass125,153 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    125,153 miles
    Test number
    499684193157
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  13. Fail125,153 miles (+2,517)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,153 miles
    Test number
    385282242701
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering spring area (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering spring area (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached link bar (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  14. Pass122,636 miles (+8,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    122,636 miles
    Test number
    346385193440
    • AdvisoryBoth front shocks weak in operation

  15. Pass113,990 miles (+1,345)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    113,990 miles
    Test number
    206492275023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass112,645 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    112,645 miles
    Test number
    116661963250
    • NoteMovement inn/s/f top suspension fixing. corrosion around rear suspension spring top mounting points. front wishbone inner bushes starting to split.

  17. Fail112,645 miles (+2,120)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,645 miles
    Test number
    389396953410
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteMovement inn/s/f top suspension fixing. corrosion around rear suspension spring top mounting points. front wishbone inner bushes starting to split.

  18. Pass110,525 miles (+4,966)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    110,525 miles
    Test number
    165464842275
    • NoteEngine temerature gauge not working.
    • NoteSlight corrosion to rear coil spring mounts

  19. Pass105,559 miles (+6,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    105,559 miles
    Test number
    899438041291
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass98,651 miles (+4,112)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    98,651 miles
    Test number
    891593720062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass94,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    94,539 miles
    Test number
    372199958278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail94,539 miles (+2,310)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,539 miles
    Test number
    660329858267
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass92,229 miles (+2,582)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    92,229 miles
    Test number
    304783057210
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteSlight front brake imbalance

  24. Pass89,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    89,647 miles
    Test number
    894568556208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 VJL

Does L7 VJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 VJL is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on L7 VJL?
The MOT on L7 VJL is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 VJL done?
L7 VJL was recorded at 147,235 miles at its MOT on 4 Nov 2025, an average of 3,009 miles a year.
Has L7 VJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 VJL has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on L7 VJL 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 VJL find?
L7 VJL passed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold.

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