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Vauxhall Arena

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,870 cc

T401 BKNMOT history

T401 BKN is a green diesel Vauxhall Arena first used on 31 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 82,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Mar 2025
Mileage
82,585 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2024
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,061 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T401 BKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Arena
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T401 BKN was last recorded at 82,585 miles on 16 Feb 2024, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,575 miles · 12 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
2,061 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 82,585 miles
  • 2023 – 79,484 miles
  • 2022 – 76,844 miles
  • 2021 – 74,130 miles
  • 2020 – 73,029 miles
  • 2019 – 71,169 miles
  • 2018 – 68,557 miles
  • 2017 – 63,819 miles
  • 2016 – 61,414 miles
  • 2015 – 60,058 miles
  • 2013 – 58,685 miles
  • 2012 – 57,251 miles
  • 2011 – 54,818 miles
  • 2010 – 54,077 miles
  • 2009 – 52,860 miles
  • 2008 – 51,143 miles
  • 2007 – 49,397 miles
  • 2006 – 46,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,585 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s+o/sRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside upper mirror glass missingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view OS & NS

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2018

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,585 miles (+10)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,585 miles
    Test number
    287755769486
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s+o/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside upper mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail82,575 miles (+3,091)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,575 miles
    Test number
    368100271428
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid missing (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s+o/s
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside upper mirror glass missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush n/s+o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass79,484 miles (+2,640)1 dangerous2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    79,484 miles
    Test number
    794963196163
    • DangerousBonnet secondary latch partially seized
    • MinorNearside Upper Obligatory mirror slightly damaged missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass76,844 miles (+2,714)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    76,844 miles
    Test number
    196821371987
    • MinorNearside Upper Obligatory mirror slightly damaged missing (1 of 2 ) (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  5. Pass74,130 miles (+1,101)1 dangerous2 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,130 miles
    Test number
    946807156831
    • DangerousBonnet secondary safety latch partially seized
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Obligatory mirror slightly damaged 1 of 2 mirror glasses missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  6. Pass73,029 miles (+2)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    73,029 miles
    Test number
    203925801691
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Upper mirror section missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view OS & NS (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail73,027 miles (+1,858)4 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,027 miles
    Test number
    366956675629
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Upper mirror section missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view OS & NS (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass71,169 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    71,169 miles
    Test number
    743172048817
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Upper section missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view OS & NS (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  9. Fail71,169 miles (+2,612)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,169 miles
    Test number
    388670771690
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Upper section missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view OS & NS (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Pass68,557 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    68,557 miles
    Test number
    397942897404
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view Upper section missing (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySome of the chassis/jacking points are corroded.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Fail68,556 miles (+28)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,556 miles
    Test number
    139359156730
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing Brace insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view Upper section missing (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySome of the chassis/jacking points are corroded.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  12. Fail68,528 miles (+4,709)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,528 miles
    Test number
    311493703478
    • FailureBonnet retaining device ineffective Seized (8.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view Upper mirror missing (lower part Ok). (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParts of the chassis & jacking points have light corrosion.
  13. Pass63,819 miles (+2,405)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    63,819 miles
    Test number
    784868392430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror main section missing
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryBattery a little loose
    • AdvisoryFront brakes very slightly binding
  14. Pass61,414 miles (+1,356)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    61,414 miles
    Test number
    900521703250
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated ns and os ( one of the two each side) (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  15. Pass60,058 miles (+1,373)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    60,058 miles
    Test number
    709372065092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNs main mirror glass missing
    • NoteOsf wheel arch slightly corroded
    • NoteWipers showing age
  16. Pass58,685 miles (+1,434)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    58,685 miles
    Test number
    458036603250
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNs side door damage
    • NoteNs upper wing mirror glass missing
  17. Pass57,251 miles (+2,433)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    57,251 miles
    Test number
    677533412204
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteFront brakes slightly binding
    • NoteNs upper wing mirror glass missing
  18. Pass54,818 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,818 miles
    Test number
    788613611225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail54,816 miles (+739)5 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,816 miles
    Test number
    448190911258
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront brake disc s corroding
    • NoteNs wing mirror glass missing(main)
    • NoteOsr shackle pin bush s deteriorating
  20. Pass54,077 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    54,077 miles
    Test number
    152203700217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside top door mirror glass missing
  21. Fail54,077 miles (+1,217)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,077 miles
    Test number
    111513600237
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside top door mirror glass missing
  22. Pass52,860 miles (+1,717)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    52,860 miles
    Test number
    631218899135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass51,143 miles (+1,746)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    51,143 miles
    Test number
    624882798150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,397 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,397 miles
    Test number
    151351407283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,397 miles (+3,087)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,397 miles
    Test number
    632251607222
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  26. Pass46,310 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,310 miles
    Test number
    204272696466
    • NoteTop section of n/s mirror missing
  27. Fail46,310 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,310 miles
    Test number
    561432096187
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • NoteTop section of n/s mirror missing

Questions about T401 BKN

Does T401 BKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T401 BKN expired on 9 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T401 BKN?
The MOT on T401 BKN expired on 9 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T401 BKN done?
T401 BKN was recorded at 82,585 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2024, an average of 2,061 miles a year.
Has T401 BKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T401 BKN has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T401 BKN 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 T401 BKN find?
T401 BKN passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) n/s+o/s; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 4 more.

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