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Vauxhall Frontera

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,499 cc

R446 STHMOT history

R446 STH is a silver diesel Vauxhall Frontera first used on 18 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 19 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 106,147 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Oct 2027
Mileage
106,147 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R446 STH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Frontera
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
18 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R446 STH was last recorded at 106,147 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 70 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,077 miles · 19 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
70 miles
Average per year
2,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,147 miles
  • 2025 – 101,822 miles
  • 2024 – 98,592 miles
  • 2019 – 97,388 miles
  • 2018 – 88,215 miles
  • 2017 – 78,439 miles
  • 2016 – 72,944 miles
  • 2015 – 72,251 miles
  • 2014 – 71,461 miles
  • 2013 – 70,405 miles
  • 2012 – 69,252 miles
  • 2011 – 67,719 miles
  • 2010 – 65,463 miles
  • 2009 – 61,119 miles
  • 2008 – 56,694 miles
  • 2007 – 52,837 miles
  • 2006 – 45,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,147 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both 'front to rear' pipes corroded above rear Anti Roll Bar (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFuel tank cap seal starting to crack but still sealingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Main prop front UJ slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,147 miles (+70)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    106,147 miles
    Test number
    527949763695
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both 'front to rear' pipes corroded above rear Anti Roll Bar (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cap seal starting to crack but still sealing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Main prop front UJ slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Fail106,077 miles (+4,255)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,077 miles
    Test number
    315895393293
    • MajorFuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHydraulic fluid leaking excessively PAS fluid leaking excessively from pump area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine Excessive leak from rear of engine, slight leak from front, unable to see source (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both 'front to rear' pipes corroded above rear Anti Roll Bar (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank cap seal starting to crack but still sealing
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryProp shaft joint worn, but not excessively Main prop front UJ slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass101,822 miles (+181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    101,822 miles
    Test number
    219624611752
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail101,641 miles (+3,049)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,641 miles
    Test number
    557009723312
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Wheel bearing has slight play NSF/OSF (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass98,592 miles (+16)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,592 miles
    Test number
    513049509754
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Leak from power steering pump + engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Leaking between silence and rear tail pipe (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail98,576 miles (+1,188)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,576 miles
    Test number
    477395352962
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass97,388 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,388 miles
    Test number
    716081417979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail97,382 miles (+9,167)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,382 miles
    Test number
    882604314615
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass88,215 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    88,215 miles
    Test number
    257719438268
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail88,208 miles (+9,769)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,208 miles
    Test number
    902914983164
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass78,439 miles (+5,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,439 miles
    Test number
    445566631097
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass72,944 miles (+693)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,944 miles
    Test number
    288305158190
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  13. Pass72,251 miles (+790)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,251 miles
    Test number
    135745305113
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel tank cover deteriorated
    • NoteSpare wheel missing of carrier

  14. Pass71,461 miles (+1,056)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    71,461 miles
    Test number
    538701904193
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel tank guard corroded

  15. Pass70,405 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    70,405 miles
    Test number
    687252493057
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight engine oil leaks

  16. Fail70,404 miles (+1,152)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,404 miles
    Test number
    688366983009
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight engine oil leaks

  17. Pass69,252 miles (+1,533)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    69,252 miles
    Test number
    975071122174
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel tank protector correded
    • NoteSteps on both sides corroded suggest attention

  18. Pass67,719 miles (+2,256)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    67,719 miles
    Test number
    816613301173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,463 miles (+4,344)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,463 miles
    Test number
    323872800115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass61,119 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    61,119 miles
    Test number
    120892019152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail61,115 miles (+4,421)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,115 miles
    Test number
    894172519101
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  22. Pass56,694 miles (+3,857)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    56,694 miles
    Test number
    970920528112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,837 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    52,837 miles
    Test number
    374213917193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,835 miles (+7,513)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,835 miles
    Test number
    520743217122
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass45,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    45,322 miles
    Test number
    374220716185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R446 STH

Does R446 STH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R446 STH is valid until 19 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on R446 STH?
The MOT on R446 STH is valid until 19 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R446 STH done?
R446 STH was recorded at 106,147 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 2,974 miles a year.
Has R446 STH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R446 STH has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on R446 STH 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 R446 STH find?
R446 STH passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both 'front to rear' pipes corroded above rear anti roll bar; fuel tank cap seal starting to crack but still sealing, and 4 more.

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