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Vauxhall Brava

Blue · Diesel · 1998 · 2,499 cc

S87 DCTMOT history

S87 DCT is a blue diesel Vauxhall Brava first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 31 MOT tests, with 98,213 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2023
Mileage
98,213 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2022
MOT tests
31
16 passed · 15 failed
Per year
3,980 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S87 DCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Brava
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S87 DCT was last recorded at 98,213 miles on 26 Mar 2022, 257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,956 miles · 4 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
257 miles
Average per year
3,980 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 98,213 miles
  • 2021 – 97,956 miles
  • 2020 – 94,127 miles
  • 2019 – 92,286 miles
  • 2018 – 89,637 miles
  • 2017 – 87,680 miles
  • 2016 – 85,356 miles
  • 2015 – 81,520 miles
  • 2014 – 75,776 miles
  • 2013 – 70,550 miles
  • 2012 – 64,288 miles
  • 2011 – 60,641 miles
  • 2010 – 55,846 miles
  • 2009 – 50,312 miles
  • 2008 – 45,317 miles
  • 2007 – 40,947 miles
  • 2006 – 36,538 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,213 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion on underside of vehicle
  • AdvisoryWelding repairs carried out (previous fail)
  • AdvisoryWheel arches corroded

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 Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

31 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,213 miles (+257)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    98,213 miles
    Test number
    569672022407
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs carried out (previous fail)
    • AdvisoryWheel arches corroded

  2. Fail97,956 miles (+3,829)4 dangerous7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,956 miles
    Test number
    215142190865
    • DangerousNearside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired corroded panels (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis section extensive corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Body mounting fixings insecure such that stability is seriously impaired corroded panels (6.2.2 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering chassis section extensive corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure body panels (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body mounting fixings insecure body panels (6.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective blade worn (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank damp Possible leak ?
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge MAX wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge MAX wear (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass94,127 miles (+13)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,127 miles
    Test number
    831509688215
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing

  4. Fail94,114 miles (+1,828)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,114 miles
    Test number
    886257078322
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops missing

  5. Pass92,286 miles (+1,000)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    92,286 miles
    Test number
    254275709636
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail91,286 miles (+1,649)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,286 miles
    Test number
    834507563399
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached bush missing (5.3.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass89,637 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    89,637 miles
    Test number
    213531896082
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers outer casings corroded

  8. Fail89,635 miles (+1,955)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,635 miles
    Test number
    546346640068
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached lift movement (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shockers outer casings corroded

  9. Pass87,680 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    87,680 miles
    Test number
    326408191749
    • AdvisoryNearside Front weak shock absorber action

  10. Fail87,680 miles (+2,324)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,680 miles
    Test number
    911949339635
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front weak shock absorber action

  11. Pass85,356 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    85,356 miles
    Test number
    992961453664
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll shockers weak in operation
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryMax travel on handbrake

  12. Fail85,356 miles (+3,836)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,356 miles
    Test number
    611735846696
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryAll shockers weak in operation
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal rubber worn
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal rubber missing
    • AdvisoryMax travel on handbrake

  13. Pass81,520 miles (+15)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    81,520 miles
    Test number
    956025377464
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wear (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail81,505 miles (+5,729)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,505 miles
    Test number
    656340568438
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced broken (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wear (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge wear (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass75,776 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    75,776 miles
    Test number
    558384454211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail75,776 miles (+5,226)11 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,776 miles
    Test number
    248717244223
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass70,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    70,550 miles
    Test number
    298763253250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail70,550 miles (+6,262)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,550 miles
    Test number
    735973253277
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  19. Pass64,288 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    64,288 miles
    Test number
    136902462212
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Fail64,288 miles (+3,647)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,288 miles
    Test number
    895271762207
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass60,641 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    60,641 miles
    Test number
    828913161225
    • AdvisoryFront Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteRear suspension noise

  22. Fail60,641 miles (+4,795)2 dangerous4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,641 miles
    Test number
    415922561276
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureRear rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteRear suspension noise

  23. Pass55,846 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    55,846 miles
    Test number
    784291270279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail55,846 miles (+5,534)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,846 miles
    Test number
    554086960296
    • FailureSteering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

  25. Pass50,312 miles (+4,995)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    50,312 miles
    Test number
    353597859493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,317 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,317 miles
    Test number
    230424478260
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  27. Fail45,317 miles (+4,370)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,317 miles
    Test number
    313593778217
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass40,947 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    40,947 miles
    Test number
    331057767272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail40,947 miles (+4,409)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,947 miles
    Test number
    352137667231
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass36,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    36,538 miles
    Test number
    961110176242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail36,538 miles7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,538 miles
    Test number
    494119866257
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Questions about S87 DCT

Does S87 DCT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S87 DCT expired on 25 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S87 DCT?
The MOT on S87 DCT expired on 25 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S87 DCT done?
S87 DCT was recorded at 98,213 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2022, an average of 3,980 miles a year.
Has S87 DCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S87 DCT has failed 15 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on S87 DCT 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 S87 DCT find?
S87 DCT passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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