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Vauxhall Frontera

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,171 cc

S5 MTPMOT history

S5 MTP is a grey diesel Vauxhall Frontera first used on 29 Jan 1999. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 133,453 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
133,453 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,560 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 MTP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Frontera
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 MTP was last recorded at 133,453 miles on 28 Jan 2026, 2,167 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,286 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,167 miles
Average per year
2,560 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 133,453 miles
  • 2025 – 131,286 miles
  • 2024 – 128,902 miles
  • 2023 – 125,137 miles
  • 2022 – 121,934 miles
  • 2021 – 120,562 miles
  • 2020 – 119,303 miles
  • 2018 – 110,156 miles
  • 2017 – 107,005 miles
  • 2016 – 103,165 miles
  • 2015 – 102,383 miles
  • 2014 – 101,457 miles
  • 2013 – 99,754 miles
  • 2012 – 98,663 miles
  • 2011 – 97,774 miles
  • 2010 – 93,310 miles
  • 2009 – 91,943 miles
  • 2007 – 89,781 miles
  • 2006 – 83,311 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,453 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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.

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass133,453 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    133,453 miles
    Test number
    617016535363
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail133,453 miles (+2,167)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,453 miles
    Test number
    996215659024
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass131,286 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    131,286 miles
    Test number
    268309174077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail131,275 miles (+2,373)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,275 miles
    Test number
    984324393968
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass128,902 miles (+3,765)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    128,902 miles
    Test number
    378170387305
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material axle pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to load sensing valve (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass125,137 miles (+3,203)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    125,137 miles
    Test number
    858109051393
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front - rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass121,934 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    121,934 miles
    Test number
    140090249856
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail121,932 miles (+1,370)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,932 miles
    Test number
    835476638972
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass120,562 miles (+1,259)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,562 miles
    Test number
    479183343633
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass119,303 miles (+9,147)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,303 miles
    Test number
    236721549403
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass110,156 miles3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    110,156 miles
    Test number
    856747809198
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from load valve to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail110,156 miles (+3,151)1 dangerous3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,156 miles
    Test number
    380662621961
    • DangerousNearside Entrance/exit step in such a condition as to affect the stability of passengers during use (9.7 (a) (iii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Entrance/exit step in a deteriorated condition (9.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pressure build up slow (1.1.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside front brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryLower Steering column flexible coupling is slightly deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from load valve to flexible brake hose (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass107,005 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    107,005 miles
    Test number
    448147953931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail106,968 miles (+3,803)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,968 miles
    Test number
    457706370027
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass103,165 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    103,165 miles
    Test number
    454582027995
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

  16. Fail103,165 miles (+782)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,165 miles
    Test number
    422901945431
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake vacuum build up slow (3.3.E.6)

  17. Pass102,383 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    102,383 miles
    Test number
    408773763964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail102,381 miles (+924)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,381 miles
    Test number
    825891316209
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass101,457 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    101,457 miles
    Test number
    349240504191
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn.

  20. Fail101,457 miles (+1,703)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,457 miles
    Test number
    477350304120
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly worn.

  21. Pass99,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,754 miles
    Test number
    565508593048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail99,253 miles (+590)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,253 miles
    Test number
    758148993028
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass98,663 miles (+889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    98,663 miles
    Test number
    485333802118
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass97,774 miles (+4,464)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    97,774 miles
    Test number
    259533581050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass93,310 miles (+1,367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    93,310 miles
    Test number
    192664880097
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass91,943 miles (+2,162)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    91,943 miles
    Test number
    192492989041
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Fail89,781 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,781 miles
    Test number
    381279967419
    • Repaired at testNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass89,781 miles (+6,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    89,781 miles
    Test number
    442149467281
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass83,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    83,311 miles
    Test number
    361948076194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 MTP

Does S5 MTP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 MTP is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 MTP?
The MOT on S5 MTP is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 MTP done?
S5 MTP was recorded at 133,453 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2026, an average of 2,560 miles a year.
Has S5 MTP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 MTP has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 MTP 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 S5 MTP find?
S5 MTP passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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