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Vauxhall Tigra

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 1,364 cc

S3 BYJMOT history

S3 BYJ is a black petrol Vauxhall Tigra first used on 7 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 54,485 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

S3 BYJ black Vauxhall Tigra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Tigra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
54,485 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,541 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 BYJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Tigra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
7 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 BYJ was last recorded at 54,485 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 5,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,368 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,117 miles
Average per year
2,541 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,485 miles
  • 2025 – 49,368 miles
  • 2024 – 48,528 miles
  • 2023 – 47,791 miles
  • 2022 – 46,180 miles
  • 2021 – 44,250 miles
  • 2020 – 43,537 miles
  • 2019 – 42,864 miles
  • 2018 – 41,703 miles
  • 2017 – 40,602 miles
  • 2016 – 38,301 miles
  • 2015 – 34,898 miles
  • 2014 – 30,506 miles
  • 2013 – 26,617 miles
  • 2012 – 22,728 miles
  • 2011 – 17,898 miles
  • 2010 – 14,405 miles
  • 2009 – 11,180 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,485 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,485 miles (+5,117)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    54,485 miles
    Test number
    944485848501
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  2. Pass49,368 miles (+840)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    49,368 miles
    Test number
    827848834309
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material In Wheel Arch to Brake Hose (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass48,528 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    48,528 miles
    Test number
    554857353665
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail48,528 miles (+737)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,528 miles
    Test number
    885407210182
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Action Very Slow (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass47,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    47,791 miles
    Test number
    728163145520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail47,791 miles (+1,611)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,791 miles
    Test number
    189574046808
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass46,180 miles (+1,930)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    46,180 miles
    Test number
    337771516200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,250 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    44,250 miles
    Test number
    505780469688
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail44,250 miles (+713)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,250 miles
    Test number
    323511188167
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass43,537 miles (+673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    43,537 miles
    Test number
    289477075207
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass42,864 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    42,864 miles
    Test number
    962144159302
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail42,864 miles (+1,161)4 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,864 miles
    Test number
    511341895319
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass41,703 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    41,703 miles
    Test number
    791337964582
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. Fail41,702 miles (+1,100)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,702 miles
    Test number
    206181738633
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass40,602 miles (+2,301)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    40,602 miles
    Test number
    569621615856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,301 miles (+3,403)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    38,301 miles
    Test number
    251530348889
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  17. Pass34,898 miles (+4,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    34,898 miles
    Test number
    518505418287
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass30,506 miles (+3,889)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    30,506 miles
    Test number
    625700834218
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perishing
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing

  19. Pass26,617 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    26,617 miles
    Test number
    465183433241
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perishing
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing

  20. Fail26,617 miles (+3,889)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,617 miles
    Test number
    678633633203
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perishing
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing

  21. Fail22,728 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,728 miles
    Test number
    485407232230
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNear side front tyre slight damage inside side wall

  22. Pass22,728 miles (+4,830)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    22,728 miles
    Test number
    687147532209
    • NoteNear side front tyre slight damage inside side wall

  23. Pass17,898 miles (+3,493)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    17,898 miles
    Test number
    666805641293
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass14,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    14,405 miles
    Test number
    242650750232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail14,405 miles (+3,225)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,405 miles
    Test number
    380519340445
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass11,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    11,180 miles
    Test number
    774247239229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 BYJ

Does S3 BYJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 BYJ is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 BYJ?
The MOT on S3 BYJ is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 BYJ done?
S3 BYJ was recorded at 54,485 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 2,541 miles a year.
Has S3 BYJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 BYJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 BYJ 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 S3 BYJ find?
S3 BYJ passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier.

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