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Vauxhall Omega

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,962 cc

T229 LHLMOT history

T229 LHL is a black petrol Vauxhall Omega first used on 9 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 41,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2025
Mileage
41,862 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T229 LHL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Omega
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,962 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T229 LHL was last recorded at 41,862 miles on 20 Oct 2025, 116 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,746 miles · 14 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
116 miles
Average per year
640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 41,862 miles
  • 2024 – 41,746 miles
  • 2023 – 41,707 miles
  • 2022 – 41,611 miles
  • 2021 – 41,497 miles
  • 2020 – 41,326 miles
  • 2019 – 41,133 miles
  • 2018 – 40,924 miles
  • 2017 – 40,374 miles
  • 2016 – 39,942 miles
  • 2015 – 39,757 miles
  • 2014 – 39,581 miles
  • 2013 – 39,149 miles
  • 2012 – 38,651 miles
  • 2011 – 37,848 miles
  • 2010 – 37,227 miles
  • 2009 – 35,751 miles
  • 2008 – 33,969 miles
  • 2007 – 32,009 miles
  • 2006 – 29,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail41,862 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inop
  • AdvisoryHead lamp washers inop

What MOT failures 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.

  • Steering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Steering box has seepage

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail41,862 miles (+116)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,862 miles
    Test number
    494897823998
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light inop
    • AdvisoryHead lamp washers inop

  2. Pass41,746 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    41,746 miles
    Test number
    212236208509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail41,739 miles (+32)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,739 miles
    Test number
    138039689108
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Holes in chassis leg under ns wheel arch. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Central rear exhaust silencer has leak in box. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seat belt mounting rotten. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both ns and os front chassis rails corroded. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Rear exhaust silencer partially blocked by inside sound deadening material.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear sub frame bushes worn. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass41,707 miles (+96)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    41,707 miles
    Test number
    909541013123
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass41,611 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    41,611 miles
    Test number
    943259275615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass41,497 miles (+171)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    41,497 miles
    Test number
    931171801074
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  7. Pass41,326 miles (+193)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    41,326 miles
    Test number
    796220955164
    • AdvisoryBrake 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))

  8. Pass41,133 miles (+209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    41,133 miles
    Test number
    460443635478
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

  9. Pass40,924 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,924 miles
    Test number
    870395396859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail40,917 miles (+543)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,917 miles
    Test number
    752196752543
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill/ wheel arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill ,central (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill/ inner wheel arch area (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexy brake ferrels (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass40,374 miles (+432)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    40,374 miles
    Test number
    211644741222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  12. Pass39,942 miles (+185)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    39,942 miles
    Test number
    156913560486
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  13. Pass39,757 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    39,757 miles
    Test number
    763853296254
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail39,757 miles (+176)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,757 miles
    Test number
    339060645271
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area has a deliberate modification which significantly reduces the original strength (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass39,581 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,581 miles
    Test number
    248367024204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  16. Fail39,581 miles (+432)1 dangerous6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,581 miles
    Test number
    317696524425
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  17. Pass39,149 miles (+498)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    39,149 miles
    Test number
    377950543272
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteSmall cut in o/s/f tyre inner side wall

  18. Pass38,651 miles (+803)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,651 miles
    Test number
    608377442276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

  19. Pass37,848 miles (+621)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    37,848 miles
    Test number
    339908741248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail37,227 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,227 miles
    Test number
    182882350276
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing close to legal limit worn to 3mm

  21. Pass37,227 miles (+1,476)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    37,227 miles
    Test number
    602722250259
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing close to legal limit worn to 3mm

  22. Pass35,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    35,751 miles
    Test number
    193352469165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail35,751 miles (+1,782)6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,751 miles
    Test number
    414632669133
    • Repaired at testBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass33,969 miles (+1,960)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,969 miles
    Test number
    832982768166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,009 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,009 miles
    Test number
    564101557125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail32,009 miles (+2,535)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,009 miles
    Test number
    600391357143
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass29,474 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    29,474 miles
    Test number
    600469556197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail29,474 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,474 miles
    Test number
    981619556147
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about T229 LHL

Does T229 LHL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T229 LHL expired on 13 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T229 LHL?
The MOT on T229 LHL expired on 13 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T229 LHL done?
T229 LHL was recorded at 41,862 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2025, an average of 640 miles a year.
Has T229 LHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T229 LHL has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T229 LHL 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 T229 LHL find?
T229 LHL failed its latest MOT on 20 Oct 2025 with 1 major defect and 2 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting; nearside front fog light inop; head lamp washers inop.

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