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Vauxhall Vectra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T246 MGSMOT history

T246 MGS is a red petrol Vauxhall Vectra first used on 4 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 24 Oct 2022 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 94,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Oct 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Oct 2022
Mileage
94,722 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2021
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,780 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T246 MGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vectra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Oct 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T246 MGS was last recorded at 94,722 miles on 25 Oct 2021, 500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Oct 2020: 94,222 miles, lower than 96,599 miles on 16 Oct 2014.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
94,222 miles · 19 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
500 miles
Average per year
1,780 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 94,722 miles
  • 2020 – 94,222 miles
  • 2014 – 96,599 miles
  • 2010 – 81,722 miles
  • 2009 – 78,044 miles
  • 2008 – 74,225 miles
  • 2007 – 70,956 miles
  • 2006 – 67,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,722 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,722 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    94,722 miles
    Test number
    366912085624
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail94,722 miles (+500)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,722 miles
    Test number
    869333516839
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass94,222 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,222 miles
    Test number
    485677810084
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail94,222 miles1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,222 miles
    Test number
    527460405700
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    810850281456
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. FailMileage not read1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    206496101689
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    139682445879
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    692239067073
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  9. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    175161266506
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Nearside front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    915655532427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass96,599 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    96,599 miles
    Test number
    305809584473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    785210773228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. PassMileage not read2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    355738372205
    • NoteRear brake pipes get very rusty
    • NoteWipers split

  14. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    308137581400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,722 miles (+3,678)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    81,722 miles
    Test number
    344941690471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass78,044 miles (+3,819)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    78,044 miles
    Test number
    713902599276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,225 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    74,225 miles
    Test number
    240877998202
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  18. Fail74,211 miles (+3,255)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,211 miles
    Test number
    283157298287
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)

  19. Pass70,956 miles (+3,104)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    70,956 miles
    Test number
    152732387200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    67,852 miles
    Test number
    670613166280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T246 MGS

Does T246 MGS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T246 MGS expired on 24 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T246 MGS?
The MOT on T246 MGS expired on 24 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T246 MGS done?
T246 MGS was recorded at 94,722 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2021, an average of 1,780 miles a year.
Has T246 MGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T246 MGS has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T246 MGS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Oct 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T246 MGS find?
T246 MGS passed its latest MOT on 25 Oct 2021 with 6 advisories: central rear fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 3 more.

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