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Vauxhall Brava

Silver · Diesel · 1998 · 2,499 cc

R599 TVNMOT history

R599 TVN is a silver diesel Vauxhall Brava first used on 1 Apr 1998. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 179,401 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2026
Mileage
179,401 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,592 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R599 TVN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Brava
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Apr 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

R599 TVN was last recorded at 179,401 miles on 13 Aug 2025, 6,730 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,671 miles · 22 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
6,730 miles
Average per year
3,592 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 179,401 miles
  • 2023 – 172,671 miles
  • 2022 – 164,540 miles
  • 2021 – 161,853 miles
  • 2019 – 160,970 miles
  • 2018 – 159,523 miles
  • 2017 – 158,318 miles
  • 2016 – 157,466 miles
  • 2015 – 155,092 miles
  • 2014 – 152,237 miles
  • 2013 – 148,371 miles
  • 2012 – 141,154 miles
  • 2011 – 137,533 miles
  • 2010 – 131,615 miles
  • 2009 – 124,877 miles
  • 2008 – 120,669 miles
  • 2006 – 112,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,401 miles
  • AdvisoryFront body mounting area corroded
  • AdvisoryFront both sides cross member area repaired and under seal
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear surface corroded

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 fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

30 tests since 29 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,401 miles (+6,730)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    179,401 miles
    Test number
    853127786968
    • AdvisoryFront body mounting area corroded
    • AdvisoryFront both sides cross member area repaired and under seal
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear surface corroded

  2. Pass172,671 miles (+8,131)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    172,671 miles
    Test number
    783335620964
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front body mounting rusty/corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded x 2
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass164,540 miles (+2,687)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    164,540 miles
    Test number
    921942578801
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass161,853 miles (+241)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    161,853 miles
    Test number
    584496757465
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush X 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing X 2 (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail161,612 miles (+642)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,612 miles
    Test number
    822392452142
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded As marked (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired As marked (2.1.2 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing **DANGEROUS** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing **DANGEROUS** (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass160,970 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    160,970 miles
    Test number
    310083256000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Wheel rim corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  7. Fail160,970 miles (+1,447)1 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,970 miles
    Test number
    338328635401
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp insecure (4.2.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Wheel rim corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  8. Pass159,523 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    159,523 miles
    Test number
    640434090828
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail159,521 miles (+1,203)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,521 miles
    Test number
    155995978037
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass158,318 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    158,318 miles
    Test number
    526725754944
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail158,316 miles (+850)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,316 miles
    Test number
    975416134686
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass157,466 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    157,466 miles
    Test number
    918753938924
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Fail157,466 miles (+2,374)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,466 miles
    Test number
    922462299320
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail155,092 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,092 miles
    Test number
    769760935288
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAlternator belt loose..

  15. Pass155,092 miles (+2,855)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    155,092 miles
    Test number
    999770235214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteAlternator belt loose..

  16. Pass152,237 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    152,237 miles
    Test number
    417275244273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteHandbrake light stays illuminated

  17. Fail152,226 miles (+3,855)8 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,226 miles
    Test number
    939135244280
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureElectrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHandbrake light stays illuminated

  18. Pass148,371 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    148,371 miles
    Test number
    815242843294
    • NoteBattery clamp modified but not insecure

  19. Fail148,336 miles (+7,182)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,336 miles
    Test number
    316492143478
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBattery clamp modified but not insecure
    • NoteNearside front tyre perrished and close to limit

  20. Pass141,154 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    141,154 miles
    Test number
    126371642286
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteN/s front tyre tread cracked

  21. Fail141,144 miles (+3,611)4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,144 miles
    Test number
    528421342261
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteN/s front tyre tread cracked

  22. Pass137,533 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    137,533 miles
    Test number
    905083061240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  23. Fail137,523 miles (+5,908)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,523 miles
    Test number
    577433861257
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  24. Pass131,615 miles (+6,738)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    131,615 miles
    Test number
    364944560461
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass124,877 miles (+128)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    124,877 miles
    Test number
    551766469258
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/f brake binding

  26. Fail124,749 miles (+4,080)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,749 miles
    Test number
    300617059463
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/f brake binding

  27. Pass120,669 miles (+5,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    120,669 miles
    Test number
    610982028370
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass114,894 miles (+2,678)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    114,894 miles
    Test number
    160610048055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail112,216 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,216 miles
    Test number
    481743536489
    • Repaired at testNearside Upper Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  30. Pass112,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    112,216 miles
    Test number
    514713036387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R599 TVN

Does R599 TVN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R599 TVN expired on 12 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R599 TVN?
The MOT on R599 TVN expired on 12 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R599 TVN done?
R599 TVN was recorded at 179,401 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2025, an average of 3,592 miles a year.
Has R599 TVN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R599 TVN has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on R599 TVN 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 R599 TVN find?
R599 TVN passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2025 with 4 advisories: front body mounting area corroded; front both sides cross member area repaired and under seal; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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