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Vauxhall Frontera

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,198 cc

R291 GJEMOT history

R291 GJE is a blue petrol Vauxhall Frontera first used on 30 Mar 1998. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 55,015 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2023
Mileage
55,015 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2022
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,296 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R291 GJE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Frontera
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Mar 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R291 GJE was last recorded at 55,015 miles on 17 Feb 2022, 1,730 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,285 miles · 12 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,730 miles
Average per year
1,296 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 55,015 miles
  • 2021 – 53,285 miles
  • 2019 – 50,394 miles
  • 2018 – 49,096 miles
  • 2017 – 46,215 miles
  • 2016 – 43,949 miles
  • 2015 – 43,645 miles
  • 2014 – 43,212 miles
  • 2013 – 42,402 miles
  • 2012 – 41,895 miles
  • 2011 – 41,308 miles
  • 2010 – 40,067 miles
  • 2009 – 39,096 miles
  • 2008 – 38,166 miles
  • 2007 – 36,730 miles
  • 2006 – 34,367 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,015 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases System rusted. (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all. (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S and O/S SILLS CORRODED NO AFFECTING INDEPENDENT CHASSIS. or seat belt anchorage points. (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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

20 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,015 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    55,015 miles
    Test number
    661125100974
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases System rusted. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S and O/S SILLS CORRODED NO AFFECTING INDEPENDENT CHASSIS. or seat belt anchorage points. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail55,015 miles (+1,730)2 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,015 miles
    Test number
    915203565385
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases System rusted. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S and O/S SILLS CORRODED NO AFFECTING INDEPENDENT CHASSIS. or seat belt anchorage points. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass53,285 miles (+2,891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    53,285 miles
    Test number
    599996599264
    • AdvisoryNEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE SILLS CORRODING.
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass50,394 miles (+1,298)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,394 miles
    Test number
    663180256113
    • AdvisoryN/s & O/S sills rear showing signs off corrosion.
  5. Pass49,096 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    49,096 miles
    Test number
    863268670619
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryShowing sings of rust on ns rear sill
  6. Fail49,096 miles (+2,881)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,096 miles
    Test number
    855415157856
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil Leak
    • AdvisoryShowing sings of rust on ns rear sill
  7. Pass46,215 miles (+2,266)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    46,215 miles
    Test number
    456359384502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass43,949 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    43,949 miles
    Test number
    578419737935

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass43,645 miles (+433)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,645 miles
    Test number
    458293165089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,212 miles
    Test number
    877732074096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail43,212 miles (+810)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,212 miles
    Test number
    719552274099
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
  12. Pass42,402 miles (+507)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,402 miles
    Test number
    478460273069
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine management light on
  13. Pass41,895 miles (+587)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    41,895 miles
    Test number
    207823772082
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight imbalance front brakes
  14. Pass41,308 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,308 miles
    Test number
    856079161090
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRbt service brake 65%, handbrake 23%
  15. Fail41,308 miles (+1,241)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,308 miles
    Test number
    586297861079
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteEngine light on
  16. Pass40,067 miles (+971)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    40,067 miles
    Test number
    913194770036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,096 miles (+930)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    39,096 miles
    Test number
    360522979005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,166 miles (+1,436)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    38,166 miles
    Test number
    302008178078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,730 miles (+2,363)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    36,730 miles
    Test number
    232564377043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    34,367 miles
    Test number
    882822476072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R291 GJE

Does R291 GJE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R291 GJE expired on 16 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R291 GJE?
The MOT on R291 GJE expired on 16 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R291 GJE done?
R291 GJE was recorded at 55,015 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2022, an average of 1,296 miles a year.
Has R291 GJE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R291 GJE has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on R291 GJE 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 R291 GJE find?
R291 GJE passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2022 with 9 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases system rusted.; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 6 more.

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