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Vauxhall Vectra

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 2,498 cc

R770 WMJMOT history

R770 WMJ is a blue petrol Vauxhall Vectra first used on 26 Feb 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 76,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2023
Mileage
76,232 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,857 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R770 WMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vectra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
26 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

R770 WMJ was last recorded at 76,232 miles on 4 Feb 2023, 615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,617 miles · 10 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
615 miles
Average per year
1,857 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 76,232 miles
  • 2022 – 75,617 miles
  • 2021 – 74,466 miles
  • 2020 – 73,403 miles
  • 2019 – 72,054 miles
  • 2018 – 70,977 miles
  • 2017 – 69,534 miles
  • 2016 – 68,641 miles
  • 2015 – 66,762 miles
  • 2014 – 65,703 miles
  • 2013 – 64,515 miles
  • 2012 – 63,407 miles
  • 2011 – 61,802 miles
  • 2010 – 60,292 miles
  • 2009 – 55,831 miles
  • 2008 – 50,746 miles
  • 2007 – 47,626 miles
  • 2006 – 44,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail76,232 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryN/s washer in-op

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (most)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail76,232 miles (+615)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,232 miles
    Test number
    324833626609
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryN/s washer in-op

  2. Pass75,617 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    75,617 miles
    Test number
    829815538771
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (most) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail75,617 miles (+1,151)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,617 miles
    Test number
    968980779203
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (back of cill) (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (most) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass74,466 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    74,466 miles
    Test number
    826439321514
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail74,463 miles (+1,060)4 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,463 miles
    Test number
    523790485425
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass73,403 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    73,403 miles
    Test number
    440800559371
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  7. Fail73,403 miles (+1,349)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,403 miles
    Test number
    433794885229
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  8. Pass72,054 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    72,054 miles
    Test number
    465796231425
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail72,053 miles (+1,076)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,053 miles
    Test number
    987299109619
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass70,977 miles (+1,443)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    70,977 miles
    Test number
    637194966230
    • AdvisoryLight corrosion underneath vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass69,534 miles (+893)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,534 miles
    Test number
    169938027108
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryRubber bushes perished
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion

  12. Pass68,641 miles (+205)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    68,641 miles
    Test number
    257333467271
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  13. Fail68,436 miles (+1,674)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,436 miles
    Test number
    406080501105
    • FailureNearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Pass66,762 miles (+1,059)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    66,762 miles
    Test number
    577990845035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,703 miles (+1,188)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    65,703 miles
    Test number
    147440354006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,515 miles (+1,108)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    64,515 miles
    Test number
    578322343070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,407 miles (+1,605)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    63,407 miles
    Test number
    937770742060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass61,802 miles (+1,510)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,802 miles
    Test number
    685177541033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,292 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    60,292 miles
    Test number
    142853830482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Fail60,292 miles (+4,461)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,292 miles
    Test number
    442258420029
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Fail55,831 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,831 miles
    Test number
    950308149089
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  22. Pass55,831 miles (+5,085)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    55,831 miles
    Test number
    972238249060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass50,746 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    50,746 miles
    Test number
    142923748073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail50,746 miles (+3,120)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,746 miles
    Test number
    764173248006
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  25. Pass47,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    47,626 miles
    Test number
    242644647049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,626 miles (+2,937)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,626 miles
    Test number
    403814347004
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  27. Pass44,689 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    44,689 miles
    Test number
    130250146055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R770 WMJ

Does R770 WMJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R770 WMJ expired on 21 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R770 WMJ?
The MOT on R770 WMJ expired on 21 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R770 WMJ done?
R770 WMJ was recorded at 76,232 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2023, an average of 1,857 miles a year.
Has R770 WMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R770 WMJ has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on R770 WMJ 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 R770 WMJ find?
R770 WMJ failed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2023 with 1 major defect and 7 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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