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Vauxhall Frontera

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,165 cc

T125 VBLMOT history

T125 VBL is a red petrol Vauxhall Frontera first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 89,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
89,084 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T125 VBL
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
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T125 VBL was last recorded at 89,084 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,078 miles · 18 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,084 miles
  • 2025 – 89,078 miles
  • 2024 – 86,263 miles
  • 2019 – 85,898 miles
  • 2018 – 84,728 miles
  • 2017 – 79,979 miles
  • 2015 – 71,397 miles
  • 2014 – 68,742 miles
  • 2013 – 66,337 miles
  • 2012 – 64,726 miles
  • 2011 – 61,878 miles
  • 2010 – 60,342 miles
  • 2009 – 59,337 miles
  • 2008 – 57,008 miles
  • 2007 – 53,201 miles
  • 2006 – 49,071 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,084 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn more on inner edge
  • AdvisoryCorrosion in chassis generally
  • AdvisoryCorrosion in some brake pipes-limited vision due to covering
  • AdvisoryHandbrake slightly binding ,advise closer attention
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering column upper coupling -unable to examine due to covered parts
  • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar links worn
  • AdvisoryRear tyres getting near the limit

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.

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor5 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Play in inner steering rack joints

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Corrosion in some brake pipes,limited vision

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Movement and wear in rear anti roll bar links

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Play and movement in top of steering column,unable to inspect due to covered parts

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Small corrosion in rear door lower appertures,may require welding in near future

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,084 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    89,084 miles
    Test number
    885741628751
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn more on inner edge
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in chassis generally
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in some brake pipes-limited vision due to covering
    • AdvisoryHandbrake slightly binding ,advise closer attention
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering column upper coupling -unable to examine due to covered parts
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar links worn
    • AdvisoryRear tyres getting near the limit

  2. Fail89,078 miles (+2,815)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,078 miles
    Test number
    129795735437
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill/step (inside door)30cm to fixing point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill/step (inside door)30cm to fixing point (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in inner sills
    • AdvisoryExcessive corrosion of both rear outer sills just outside prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering rack joints
    • AdvisoryRear brakes slightly binding
    • AdvisorySome suspension bushes worn

  3. Pass86,263 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    86,263 miles
    Test number
    592458400560
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering rack joints
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes corroded -limited vision due to covering

  4. Fail86,263 miles (+365)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,263 miles
    Test number
    720195584917
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level significantly below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering rack joints
    • AdvisorySome brake pipes corroded -limited vision due to covering

  5. Pass85,898 miles (+1,170)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    85,898 miles
    Test number
    104908517768
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in some brake pipes
    • AdvisoryOil leak,advise attention
    • AdvisoryPlay in inner steering rack joints -limited vision
    • AdvisoryPlay in rear anti roll bar link
    • AdvisorySrs lamp tempremental

  6. Pass84,728 miles (+4,749)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,728 miles
    Test number
    737989357299
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in some brake pipes,limited vision
    • AdvisoryMovement and wear in rear anti roll bar links
    • AdvisoryPlay and movement in top of steering column,unable to inspect due to covered parts
    • AdvisorySmall corrosion in rear door lower appertures,may require welding in near future

  7. Pass79,979 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,979 miles
    Test number
    179785011391
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in some brake pipes,limited vision
    • AdvisoryMovement and wear in rear anti roll bar links
    • AdvisoryPlay and movement in top of steering column,unable to inspect due to covered parts
    • AdvisorySmall corrosion in rear door lower appertures,may require welding in near future

  8. Fail79,979 miles2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,979 miles
    Test number
    546340650324
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in some brake pipes,limited vision
    • AdvisoryMovement and wear in rear anti roll bar links
    • AdvisoryPlay and movement in top of steering column,unable to inspect due to covered parts
    • AdvisorySmall corrosion in rear door lower appertures,may require welding in near future

  9. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    215081277362
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  10. Pass71,397 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    71,397 miles
    Test number
    355981315464
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  11. Fail71,397 miles (+2,655)2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,397 miles
    Test number
    659319205244
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  12. Pass68,742 miles (+2,405)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,742 miles
    Test number
    155943014280
    • AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteSlight leak from o/s steering rack
    • NoteSlight play in steering column

  13. Pass66,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,337 miles
    Test number
    419560783106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,337 miles (+1,611)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,337 miles
    Test number
    968449473194
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NotePlay in top column adjuster mechanism

  15. Fail64,726 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,726 miles
    Test number
    127438002285
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass64,726 miles (+2,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,726 miles
    Test number
    638338902293
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass61,878 miles (+1,536)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    61,878 miles
    Test number
    205449101116
    • NoteSmall patches of corrosion

  18. Pass60,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,342 miles
    Test number
    724936140187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail60,342 miles (+1,005)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,342 miles
    Test number
    492305540181
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass59,337 miles (+2,329)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    59,337 miles
    Test number
    323192249137
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass57,008 miles (+3,807)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,008 miles
    Test number
    371132448177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass53,201 miles (+4,130)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    53,201 miles
    Test number
    391785447101
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamp patch on steering rack - unable to trace leak
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play in steering rack

  23. Pass49,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2007
    Odometer
    49,071 miles
    Test number
    421055726132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T125 VBL

Does T125 VBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T125 VBL is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T125 VBL?
The MOT on T125 VBL is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T125 VBL done?
T125 VBL was recorded at 89,084 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 1,979 miles a year.
Has T125 VBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T125 VBL has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on T125 VBL 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 T125 VBL find?
T125 VBL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 7 advisories: offside front tyre worn more on inner edge; corrosion in chassis generally; corrosion in some brake pipes-limited vision due to covering, and 4 more.

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