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Vauxhall Senator

Black · Petrol · 1993 · 2,969 cc

L81 TNPMOT history

L81 TNP is a black petrol Vauxhall Senator first used on 24 Dec 1993. Its MOT expired on 16 Dec 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 124,033 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Dec 2023
Mileage
124,033 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2024
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L81 TNP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Senator
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,969 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
24 Dec 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

L81 TNP was last recorded at 124,033 miles on 7 Aug 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,033 miles · 17 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 124,033 miles
  • 2022 – 124,033 miles
  • 2019 – 124,033 miles
  • 2018 – 124,033 miles
  • 2016 – 124,033 miles
  • 2015 – 124,032 miles
  • 2014 – 123,912 miles
  • 2011 – 118,867 miles
  • 2010 – 118,080 miles
  • 2009 – 115,848 miles
  • 2008 – 113,355 miles
  • 2006 – 109,307 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail124,033 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch near rear subframe mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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 worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

15 tests since 19 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail124,033 miles2 dangerous8 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,033 miles
    Test number
    264405126688
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch near rear subframe mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength behind wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass124,033 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    124,033 miles
    Test number
    906688439537
    • MinorParking brake lever pivot obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass124,033 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    124,033 miles
    Test number
    155923208364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,033 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    124,033 miles
    Test number
    789660388546
    • AdvisoryParking brake just achieves required efficiency

  5. Pass124,033 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    124,033 miles
    Test number
    319558819919

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass124,032 miles (+120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    124,032 miles
    Test number
    366116675180
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  7. Pass123,912 miles (+5,045)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    123,912 miles
    Test number
    848554684152
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  8. Pass118,867 miles (+787)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    118,867 miles
    Test number
    118992071277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs pitted
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edge

  9. Pass118,080 miles (+2,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    118,080 miles
    Test number
    363580130227
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on their inner and outer edges

  10. Pass115,848 miles4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    115,848 miles
    Test number
    731464309232
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and worn
    • NoteFront reg plate broken
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded,worn and pitted
    • NoteSome stone chips to near side front headlamp

  11. Fail115,848 miles (+2,493)6 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,848 miles
    Test number
    471682309215
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded and worn
    • NoteFront reg plate broken
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded,worn and pitted
    • NoteSome stone chips to near side front headlamp

  12. Pass113,355 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    113,355 miles
    Test number
    722875018071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  13. Fail113,355 miles (+4,048)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,355 miles
    Test number
    260998208073
    • FailureExhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass109,307 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    109,307 miles
    Test number
    192225556337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail109,298 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,298 miles
    Test number
    641853756342
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Questions about L81 TNP

Does L81 TNP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L81 TNP expired on 16 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L81 TNP?
The MOT on L81 TNP expired on 16 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L81 TNP done?
L81 TNP was recorded at 124,033 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2024, an average of 836 miles a year.
Has L81 TNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L81 TNP has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L81 TNP 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 L81 TNP find?
L81 TNP failed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 8 major defects, 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit, and 14 more.

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