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Vauxhall Frontera

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,165 cc

S756 GWUMOT history

S756 GWU is a red petrol Vauxhall Frontera first used on 28 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 146,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 May 2026
Mileage
146,218 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S756 GWU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Frontera
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,165 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 May 2026
Latest MOT test
21 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S756 GWU was last recorded at 146,218 miles on 21 May 2025, 5,118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Mar 2014: 98,498 miles, lower than 109,425 miles on 14 Mar 2013.
  • 30 Mar 2016: 105,262 miles, lower than 107,681 miles on 24 Mar 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
141,100 miles · 23 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
5,118 miles
Average per year
3,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,218 miles
  • 2024 – 141,100 miles
  • 2022 – 135,209 miles
  • 2021 – 130,011 miles
  • 2020 – 124,312 miles
  • 2019 – 116,920 miles
  • 2018 – 112,301 miles
  • 2017 – 107,330 miles
  • 2016 – 105,262 miles
  • 2015 – 107,681 miles
  • 2014 – 98,517 miles
  • 2013 – 109,425 miles
  • 2012 – 108,694 miles
  • 2011 – 107,868 miles
  • 2010 – 102,966 miles
  • 2009 – 94,119 miles
  • 2008 – 89,966 miles
  • 2007 – 80,558 miles
  • 2006 – 72,190 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,218 miles
  • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to underside of vehicle

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,218 miles (+5,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    146,218 miles
    Test number
    133236141510
    • AdvisoryAge related corrosion to underside of vehicle

  2. Pass141,100 miles (+5,891)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    141,100 miles
    Test number
    318345522081
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nr tie bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle tie bar mount front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,209 miles (+5,198)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    135,209 miles
    Test number
    672794931853
    • MinorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass130,011 miles (+5,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    130,011 miles
    Test number
    276307479195
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Pass124,312 miles (+7,392)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    124,312 miles
    Test number
    323513720796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,920 miles (+4,619)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,920 miles
    Test number
    213167393845
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Pass112,301 miles (+4,971)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    112,301 miles
    Test number
    712795360451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass107,330 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    107,330 miles
    Test number
    279859952095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass105,262 miles (-2,419)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,262 miles
    Test number
    874052491299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass107,681 miles (+9,164)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    107,681 miles
    Test number
    127063485040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,517 miles (+19)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    98,517 miles
    Test number
    417064184047
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  12. Fail98,498 miles (-10,927)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,498 miles
    Test number
    276326574020
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass109,425 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    109,425 miles
    Test number
    127373973099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail109,421 miles (+727)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,421 miles
    Test number
    517539753063
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass108,694 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    108,694 miles
    Test number
    299493122414
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  16. Fail108,694 miles (+826)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,694 miles
    Test number
    596266112121
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  17. Pass107,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    107,868 miles
    Test number
    808776411138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail107,868 miles (+4,902)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,868 miles
    Test number
    855041511150
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteAll brake pipes starting to rust
    • NoteRear axle leaking n/s

  19. Pass102,966 miles (+8,847)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    102,966 miles
    Test number
    950796310114
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass94,119 miles (+4,153)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    94,119 miles
    Test number
    432679399037
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass89,966 miles (+9,408)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    89,966 miles
    Test number
    951228508110
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass80,558 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    80,558 miles
    Test number
    132424797481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail80,432 miles (+8,242)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,432 miles
    Test number
    991439177002
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass72,190 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    72,190 miles
    Test number
    620635496034
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S756 GWU

Does S756 GWU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S756 GWU expired on 20 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S756 GWU?
The MOT on S756 GWU expired on 20 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S756 GWU done?
S756 GWU was recorded at 146,218 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2025, an average of 3,870 miles a year.
Has S756 GWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S756 GWU has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2014.
Has the mileage on S756 GWU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 17 Mar 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S756 GWU find?
S756 GWU passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2025 with 1 advisory: age related corrosion to underside of vehicle.

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