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Vauxhall Vivaro

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S21 THEMOT history

S21 THE is a white diesel Vauxhall Vivaro first used on 4 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 132,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

S21 THE white Vauxhall Vivaro – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Vivaro, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Feb 2027
Mileage
132,014 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 THE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vivaro
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 THE was last recorded at 132,014 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 7,555 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,459 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,555 miles
Average per year
7,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,014 miles
  • 2025 – 124,459 miles
  • 2024 – 117,372 miles
  • 2023 – 111,582 miles
  • 2022 – 103,158 miles
  • 2021 – 96,712 miles
  • 2020 – 93,929 miles
  • 2019 – 86,360 miles
  • 2018 – 78,192 miles
  • 2017 – 68,351 miles
  • 2016 – 59,431 miles
  • 2015 – 48,692 miles
  • 2014 – 40,311 miles
  • 2012 – 30,445 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,014 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil level on min (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,014 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    132,014 miles
    Test number
    544634110725
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil level on min (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,014 miles (+7,555)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,014 miles
    Test number
    737102600547
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil level on min (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass124,459 miles (+7,087)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    124,459 miles
    Test number
    669365824838
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass117,372 miles (+5,790)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    117,372 miles
    Test number
    691664522085
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin front brake pads 3.5 mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack ends have slight play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack end has slight play (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin rear brake pads 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass111,582 miles (+8,424)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    111,582 miles
    Test number
    519928886279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass103,158 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,158 miles
    Test number
    605862698619
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail103,148 miles (+6,436)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,148 miles
    Test number
    249575907987
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack end (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass96,712 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    96,712 miles
    Test number
    428829429178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Fail96,703 miles (+2,774)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,703 miles
    Test number
    497077427966
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass93,929 miles (+7,569)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2021
    Odometer
    93,929 miles
    Test number
    958207163517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,360 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,360 miles
    Test number
    481943198353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail86,360 miles (+8,168)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,360 miles
    Test number
    783506587243
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass78,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,192 miles
    Test number
    457724439928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,192 miles (+9,841)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,192 miles
    Test number
    713215581810
    • FailureCentral Front engine mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass68,351 miles (+8,920)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    68,351 miles
    Test number
    557853282678
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Both d bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass59,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,431 miles
    Test number
    940910265743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail59,431 miles (+10,739)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,431 miles
    Test number
    485640732623
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass48,692 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    48,692 miles
    Test number
    997317805122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail48,692 miles (+8,381)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,692 miles
    Test number
    586417205109
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass40,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    40,311 miles
    Test number
    807690004187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,310 miles (+9,865)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,310 miles
    Test number
    308040504165
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

  22. Pass30,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    30,445 miles
    Test number
    779165332399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 THE

Does S21 THE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 THE is valid until 11 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 THE?
The MOT on S21 THE is valid until 11 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 THE done?
S21 THE was recorded at 132,014 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 7,721 miles a year.
Has S21 THE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 THE has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 THE 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 S21 THE find?
S21 THE passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive oil level on min.

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