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Vauxhall Vivaro

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

R16 HCJMOT history

R16 HCJ is a grey diesel Vauxhall Vivaro first used on 30 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 63,227 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

R16 HCJ grey Vauxhall Vivaro – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Vivaro, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
63,227 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R16 HCJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vivaro
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
30 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R16 HCJ was last recorded at 63,227 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
63,227 miles · 21 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,227 miles
  • 2025 – 57,693 miles
  • 2024 – 51,762 miles
  • 2023 – 46,135 miles
  • 2022 – 42,118 miles
  • 2021 – 37,293 miles
  • 2020 – 34,577 miles
  • 2019 – 30,310 miles
  • 2018 – 25,613 miles
  • 2017 – 20,602 miles
  • 2016 – 16,736 miles
  • 2015 – 12,760 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,227 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

20 tests since 27 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,227 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    63,227 miles
    Test number
    922086069099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail63,227 miles (+5,534)1 dangerous7 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,227 miles
    Test number
    271120362363
    • DangerousOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Characters incorrect colour (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended will not unclip (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Characters incorrect colour (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Wipers juddering and not cleaning windscreen fully (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass57,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    57,693 miles
    Test number
    533902547356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail57,693 miles (+5,931)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,693 miles
    Test number
    156604873820
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass51,762 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    51,762 miles
    Test number
    994476896196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail51,761 miles (+5,626)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,761 miles
    Test number
    724999853970
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear disc worn

  7. Pass46,135 miles (+4,017)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    46,135 miles
    Test number
    489602291357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass42,118 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    42,118 miles
    Test number
    289202333547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail42,118 miles (+4,825)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,118 miles
    Test number
    339707614642
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged broken during test (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass37,293 miles (+2,716)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    37,293 miles
    Test number
    838172473546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass34,577 miles (+4,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    34,577 miles
    Test number
    315130262676
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNear side mirror partially blocked by child seat (border line )

  12. Pass30,310 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    30,310 miles
    Test number
    606527998626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail30,309 miles (+4,696)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,309 miles
    Test number
    760141891623
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads worn low

  14. Pass25,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    25,613 miles
    Test number
    327699855219
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc and pads maybe worn low

  15. Fail25,613 miles (+5,011)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,613 miles
    Test number
    456809673295
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc and pads maybe worn low

  16. Pass20,602 miles (+3,866)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    20,602 miles
    Test number
    305578734336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,736 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    16,736 miles
    Test number
    445571902373
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Fail16,736 miles (+3,976)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,736 miles
    Test number
    702593010511
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt leaking grease (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass12,760 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    12,760 miles
    Test number
    298179885030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail12,759 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,759 miles
    Test number
    997626385098
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside front wiper blade split

Questions about R16 HCJ

Does R16 HCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R16 HCJ is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R16 HCJ?
The MOT on R16 HCJ is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R16 HCJ done?
R16 HCJ was recorded at 63,227 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 4,592 miles a year.
Has R16 HCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R16 HCJ has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on R16 HCJ 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 R16 HCJ find?
R16 HCJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed; stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level.

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