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Vauxhall Frontera

Multi-colour · Petrol · 1995 · 1,998 cc

M378 VCTMOT history

M378 VCT is a multi-colour petrol Vauxhall Frontera first used on 1 Jan 1995. Its MOT expired on 13 Sept 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 90,139 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Sept 2024
Mileage
90,139 mi
At MOT on 14 Sept 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,182 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M378 VCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Frontera
Colour
Multi-colour
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
1 Jan 1995
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

M378 VCT was last recorded at 90,139 miles on 14 Sept 2023, 1,486 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,653 miles · 12 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
1,486 miles
Average per year
2,182 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 90,139 miles
  • 2022 – 88,653 miles
  • 2021 – 86,491 miles
  • 2020 – 84,369 miles
  • 2019 – 84,342 miles
  • 2018 – 84,334 miles
  • 2017 – 83,534 miles
  • 2016 – 83,058 miles
  • 2015 – 82,204 miles
  • 2014 – 80,995 miles
  • 2013 – 79,882 miles
  • 2012 – 77,653 miles
  • 2011 – 74,304 miles
  • 2010 – 69,746 miles
  • 2009 – 61,954 miles
  • 2008 – 57,292 miles
  • 2007 – 54,776 miles
  • 2006 – 52,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,139 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test folded up

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pump

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,139 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,139 miles
    Test number
    938996017424
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail90,139 miles (+1,486)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,139 miles
    Test number
    791305738472
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass88,653 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,653 miles
    Test number
    217323270210
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail88,653 miles (+2,162)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,653 miles
    Test number
    152053663449
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass86,491 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,491 miles
    Test number
    824995026159
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Fail86,491 miles (+2,122)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,491 miles
    Test number
    419628692292
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass84,369 miles (+27)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    84,369 miles
    Test number
    550901756697
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail84,342 miles (+8)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,342 miles
    Test number
    824930307903
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking both rubber pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pump (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test folded up
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass84,334 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,334 miles
    Test number
    548908977072
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint At pump (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test folded up

  10. Fail84,334 miles (+800)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,334 miles
    Test number
    862043516067
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner and outer sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint At pump (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test folded up

  11. Pass83,534 miles (+476)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    83,534 miles
    Test number
    643560457211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,058 miles (+854)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    83,058 miles
    Test number
    190402872188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass82,204 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    82,204 miles
    Test number
    546065585149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail82,147 miles (+1,152)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,147 miles
    Test number
    765257975120
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  15. Pass80,995 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,995 miles
    Test number
    505780094101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail80,995 miles (+1,113)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,995 miles
    Test number
    409589474189
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass79,882 miles (+2,229)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    79,882 miles
    Test number
    776051873154
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass77,653 miles (+3,349)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    77,653 miles
    Test number
    315902682154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,304 miles (+4,558)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    74,304 miles
    Test number
    935892471109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,746 miles (+7,792)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    69,746 miles
    Test number
    884534570147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,954 miles (+4,662)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    61,954 miles
    Test number
    960716079135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass57,292 miles (+2,516)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    57,292 miles
    Test number
    194066378167
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteSlight bind N/S/R brake

  23. Pass54,776 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    54,776 miles
    Test number
    213936677448
    • NoteWater leak at radiator

  24. Fail54,776 miles (+2,240)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,776 miles
    Test number
    654136077140
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteWater leak at radiator

  25. Pass52,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    52,536 miles
    Test number
    421711476113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M378 VCT

Does M378 VCT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M378 VCT expired on 13 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M378 VCT?
The MOT on M378 VCT expired on 13 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M378 VCT done?
M378 VCT was recorded at 90,139 miles at its MOT on 14 Sept 2023, an average of 2,182 miles a year.
Has M378 VCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M378 VCT has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on M378 VCT 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 M378 VCT find?
M378 VCT passed its latest MOT on 14 Sept 2023 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively, and 5 more.

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