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Vauxhall Zafira

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T257 GRFMOT history

T257 GRF is a blue petrol Vauxhall Zafira first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 89,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2024
Mileage
89,301 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,171 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T257 GRF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Zafira
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T257 GRF was last recorded at 89,301 miles on 4 Aug 2023, 1,232 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,069 miles · 18 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,232 miles
Average per year
2,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 89,301 miles
  • 2022 – 88,069 miles
  • 2021 – 84,227 miles
  • 2020 – 78,495 miles
  • 2019 – 77,308 miles
  • 2018 – 75,902 miles
  • 2017 – 74,708 miles
  • 2016 – 74,186 miles
  • 2015 – 73,161 miles
  • 2014 – 71,467 miles
  • 2013 – 69,581 miles
  • 2012 – 66,789 miles
  • 2011 – 63,908 miles
  • 2010 – 61,547 miles
  • 2009 – 59,977 miles
  • 2008 – 57,560 miles
  • 2006 – 52,951 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,301 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

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 pedal wearing smooth

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXY. RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,301 miles (+1,232)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,301 miles
    Test number
    263023693437
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Pass88,069 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    88,069 miles
    Test number
    609315547765
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXY. RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BRACKET. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre AND PERISHED. PUNCTURE REPAIR.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail88,069 miles (+3,842)8 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,069 miles
    Test number
    114941927343
    • MajorFront Headlamp insecure X2 NSF/OSF BRACKETS BROKEN. (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively X2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement CALIPER STUCK. (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/65 15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases FLEXY. RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BRACKET. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre AND PERISHED. PUNCTURE REPAIR.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass84,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    84,227 miles
    Test number
    199313769961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail84,227 miles (+5,732)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,227 miles
    Test number
    550537437562
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorLower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass78,495 miles (+1,187)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    78,495 miles
    Test number
    353600962464
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass77,308 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    77,308 miles
    Test number
    982061615688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail77,308 miles (+1,406)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,308 miles
    Test number
    365013917382
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  9. Pass75,902 miles (+1,194)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    75,902 miles
    Test number
    988931499695
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak

  10. Pass74,708 miles (+522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    74,708 miles
    Test number
    988737785785
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass74,186 miles (+1,025)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    74,186 miles
    Test number
    162669750936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail73,161 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,161 miles
    Test number
    186989415478
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass73,161 miles (+1,694)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    73,161 miles
    Test number
    819369015062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,467 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    71,467 miles
    Test number
    967988124000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,467 miles (+1,886)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,467 miles
    Test number
    235337324064
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated

  16. Pass69,581 miles (+2,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    69,581 miles
    Test number
    908860133062
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass66,789 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,789 miles
    Test number
    159623732015
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Fail66,789 miles (+2,881)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,789 miles
    Test number
    997993932091
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureHeadlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass63,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    63,908 miles
    Test number
    495528421091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail63,908 miles (+2,361)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,908 miles
    Test number
    708728921026
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass61,547 miles (+1,570)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    61,547 miles
    Test number
    860418310023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,977 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,977 miles
    Test number
    152884519490
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  23. Pass59,977 miles (+2,417)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    59,977 miles
    Test number
    472014119078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,560 miles (+4,609)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    57,560 miles
    Test number
    174130558006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    52,951 miles
    Test number
    383280516343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T257 GRF

Does T257 GRF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T257 GRF expired on 19 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T257 GRF?
The MOT on T257 GRF expired on 19 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T257 GRF done?
T257 GRF was recorded at 89,301 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2023, an average of 2,171 miles a year.
Has T257 GRF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T257 GRF has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on T257 GRF 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 T257 GRF find?
T257 GRF passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2023 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both.

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