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Vauxhall Frontera

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,171 cc

T398 CENMOT history

T398 CEN is a silver diesel Vauxhall Frontera first used on 8 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 173,469 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2024
Mileage
173,469 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2023
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T398 CEN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Frontera
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T398 CEN was last recorded at 173,469 miles on 28 Nov 2023, 1,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,726 miles · 15 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
1,743 miles
Average per year
3,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 173,469 miles
  • 2022 – 171,726 miles
  • 2021 – 169,445 miles
  • 2020 – 166,815 miles
  • 2019 – 163,537 miles
  • 2018 – 160,951 miles
  • 2017 – 158,390 miles
  • 2016 – 155,095 miles
  • 2015 – 150,527 miles
  • 2014 – 144,856 miles
  • 2013 – 135,068 miles
  • 2012 – 125,671 miles
  • 2011 – 119,007 miles
  • 2010 – 116,028 miles
  • 2009 – 113,817 miles
  • 2008 – 111,118 miles
  • 2007 – 107,760 miles
  • 2006 – 103,983 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass173,469 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass173,469 miles (+1,743)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    173,469 miles
    Test number
    523364079988
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass171,726 miles (+2,281)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    171,726 miles
    Test number
    471473513340
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryUnder body of vehicle heavily corroded

  3. Pass169,445 miles (+2,630)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    169,445 miles
    Test number
    266784330656
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner shaft boots split
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower ball joint dust covers split
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes lightly corroded
    • AdvisoryMinor exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryN/s wiper split
    • AdvisoryN/s/f outer c.v boot split slightly
    • AdvisoryN/s/f track rod end slight play
    • AdvisoryN/s/r shock absorber mount deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear anti roll bar mounts worn slightly
    • AdvisoryRear head rests removed
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryTyres protruding the arches
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle rusty

  4. Pass166,815 miles (+3,278)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    166,815 miles
    Test number
    469022463569
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre wheel/tyre protruding beyond wheel arch Offside wheel has negative camber compared to nearside (5.2.3 (f))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Entire chassis. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front and rear suspension and steering and mounting areas. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass163,537 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    163,537 miles
    Test number
    392626824295
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail163,537 miles (+2,586)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,537 miles
    Test number
    611844091097
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill/ sill end/ inner sill/ door shut (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass160,951 miles3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    160,951 miles
    Test number
    243818286059
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail160,951 miles (+2,561)3 major3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,951 miles
    Test number
    424095438397
    • MajorBody panel corroded and likely to cause injury o/s/f door (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass158,390 miles (+3,295)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    158,390 miles
    Test number
    583683494606
    • AdvisoryBoth front drop links have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth front wheel bearings have slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear drop links have slight play
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust has slight blow
    • AdvisoryDrivers door corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake pipe slightly corroded

  10. Pass155,095 miles (+4,568)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    155,095 miles
    Test number
    530414478356
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake pipes lightly corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth front drop links slight play
    • AdvisoryCentre rear brake pipe lightly corroded
    • AdvisoryDrivers door has corrosion
    • AdvisoryN/s/r drop link slight play
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre has slight flat spot (255/65/16

  11. Pass150,527 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    150,527 miles
    Test number
    173732076675
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail150,452 miles (+5,596)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,452 miles
    Test number
    940853725935
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass144,856 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    144,856 miles
    Test number
    487749024481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Fail144,854 miles (+9,786)6 failures8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,854 miles
    Test number
    496518124486
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSteering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear tyers cracking

  15. Pass135,068 miles (+168)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    135,068 miles
    Test number
    525226823230
    • NoteSlight play at top of steering column.

  16. Fail134,900 miles (+9,229)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,900 miles
    Test number
    189488813251
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear tyres are deteriorated.

  17. Pass125,671 miles1 dangerous4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    125,671 miles
    Test number
    319967522237
    • DangerousBrake pipes that run from front to rear are corroded but can't make full assesment of them.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  18. Fail125,671 miles (+6,664)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,671 miles
    Test number
    635857822244
    • DangerousBrake pipes that run from front to rear are corroded but can't make full assesment of them.
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  19. Pass119,007 miles (+2,979)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    119,007 miles
    Test number
    875855831240
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass116,028 miles (+2,211)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    116,028 miles
    Test number
    720127010299
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass113,817 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    113,817 miles
    Test number
    340915629425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail113,813 miles (+2,695)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,813 miles
    Test number
    880093429265
    • FailureNearside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  23. Pass111,118 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    111,118 miles
    Test number
    103328918261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail111,111 miles (+3,351)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,111 miles
    Test number
    502432918262
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass107,760 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    107,760 miles
    Test number
    104205217282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail107,677 miles (+3,694)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,677 miles
    Test number
    743608907295
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass103,983 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    103,983 miles
    Test number
    833816486140
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T398 CEN

Does T398 CEN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T398 CEN expired on 28 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T398 CEN?
The MOT on T398 CEN expired on 28 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T398 CEN done?
T398 CEN was recorded at 173,469 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2023, an average of 3,994 miles a year.
Has T398 CEN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T398 CEN has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on T398 CEN 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 T398 CEN find?
T398 CEN passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2023 with 5 advisories: brake fluid close to minimum mark; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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