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Vauxhall Zafira

Beige · Petrol · 2006 · 1,598 cc

LX56 RJUMOT history

LX56 RJU is a beige petrol Vauxhall Zafira first used on 23 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

LX56 RJU beige Vauxhall Zafira – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Zafira, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
108,703 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX56 RJU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Zafira
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
23 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX56 RJU was last recorded at 108,703 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,698 miles · 7 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
4,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,703 miles
  • 2025 – 105,593 miles
  • 2024 – 101,510 miles
  • 2023 – 100,686 miles
  • 2021 – 96,556 miles
  • 2020 – 89,150 miles
  • 2019 – 77,240 miles
  • 2018 – 70,745 miles
  • 2017 – 66,734 miles
  • 2016 – 61,086 miles
  • 2015 – 58,201 miles
  • 2013 – 53,745 miles
  • 2012 – 47,735 miles
  • 2011 – 42,806 miles
  • 2010 – 38,477 miles
  • 2009 – 34,828 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,703 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,703 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    108,703 miles
    Test number
    383524412084
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail108,698 miles (+3,105)10 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,698 miles
    Test number
    256142818751
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  3. Pass105,593 miles (+4,083)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    105,593 miles
    Test number
    695001065905
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass101,510 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    101,510 miles
    Test number
    460449513534
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  5. Fail101,510 miles (+824)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,510 miles
    Test number
    757731385635
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorectly (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Pass100,686 miles (+4,130)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    100,686 miles
    Test number
    596552587178
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass96,556 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,556 miles
    Test number
    591679740547
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail96,556 miles (+7,406)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,556 miles
    Test number
    759191707697
    • Repaired at testFront Registration plate inscription illegible impact damage (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass89,150 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    89,150 miles
    Test number
    884102849842
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail89,150 miles (+11,910)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,150 miles
    Test number
    308174503320
    • MajorNearside Front Power steering component leaking leaking from steering gator (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm rear bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass77,240 miles (+199)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,240 miles
    Test number
    257029511884
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail77,041 miles (+6,296)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,041 miles
    Test number
    327227410718
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass70,745 miles (+4,011)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    70,745 miles
    Test number
    253004307176
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  14. Pass66,734 miles (+5,648)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    66,734 miles
    Test number
    266666892618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    61,086 miles
    Test number
    347398543851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail61,086 miles (+2,885)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,086 miles
    Test number
    317655395974
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass58,201 miles (+4,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    58,201 miles
    Test number
    788433432321
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre is on the legal limit

  18. Pass53,745 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    53,745 miles
    Test number
    167932883258
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

  19. Fail53,691 miles (+5,956)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,691 miles
    Test number
    785668773203
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass47,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    47,735 miles
    Test number
    815728872297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,734 miles (+4,928)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,734 miles
    Test number
    917078172280
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass42,806 miles (+4,329)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,806 miles
    Test number
    315966271248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,477 miles (+3,649)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    38,477 miles
    Test number
    164435170274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,828 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,828 miles
    Test number
    143044169251
    • NoteUnable to check all seat belts due to disabled crane in boot area

Questions about LX56 RJU

Does LX56 RJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX56 RJU is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX56 RJU?
The MOT on LX56 RJU is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX56 RJU done?
LX56 RJU was recorded at 108,703 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 4,465 miles a year.
Has LX56 RJU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX56 RJU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LX56 RJU 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 LX56 RJU find?
LX56 RJU passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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