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Vauxhall Vectra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T524 LJAMOT history

T524 LJA is a silver petrol Vauxhall Vectra first used on 9 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 144,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2025
Mileage
144,845 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T524 LJA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vectra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T524 LJA was last recorded at 144,845 miles on 22 Aug 2024, 6,327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,518 miles · 9 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
6,327 miles
Average per year
3,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 144,845 miles
  • 2022 – 138,518 miles
  • 2017 – 116,967 miles
  • 2016 – 112,462 miles
  • 2015 – 104,730 miles
  • 2014 – 95,409 miles
  • 2010 – 94,587 miles
  • 2009 – 90,430 miles
  • 2008 – 86,380 miles
  • 2007 – 81,466 miles
  • 2006 – 76,942 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,845 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass144,845 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    144,845 miles
    Test number
    644970195089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    573131198989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    441753179410
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

  4. Pass138,518 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    138,518 miles
    Test number
    568445734248
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both drop links (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. PassMileage not read1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    965073465607
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read2 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    715388090234
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    777453774221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    442952969352
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable damaged handbrake cable (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    966879447648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,967 miles (+4,505)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    116,967 miles
    Test number
    442658579514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,462 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    112,462 miles
    Test number
    185156842406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail112,462 miles (+7,732)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,462 miles
    Test number
    320948383905
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ring (3.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged ring (3.4.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass104,730 miles (+9,321)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    104,730 miles
    Test number
    684259640284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass95,409 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    95,409 miles
    Test number
    636274374277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,408 miles (+821)9 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,408 miles
    Test number
    167022874205
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  16. Pass94,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    94,587 miles
    Test number
    161334970282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail94,587 miles (+4,157)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,587 miles
    Test number
    743374470290
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass90,430 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    90,430 miles
    Test number
    762086119202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail90,430 miles (+4,050)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,430 miles
    Test number
    392915519464
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass86,380 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    86,380 miles
    Test number
    373135408426
    • NoteHandbrake lever high

  21. Fail86,376 miles (+4,910)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,376 miles
    Test number
    302570108237
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass81,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    81,466 miles
    Test number
    991224697140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail81,466 miles (+4,524)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,466 miles
    Test number
    113353497101
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass76,942 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    76,942 miles
    Test number
    653471006239
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail76,942 miles1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,942 miles
    Test number
    103031806206
    • DangerousWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteHand brake lever high

Questions about T524 LJA

Does T524 LJA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T524 LJA expired on 21 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T524 LJA?
The MOT on T524 LJA expired on 21 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T524 LJA done?
T524 LJA was recorded at 144,845 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2024, an average of 3,753 miles a year.
Has T524 LJA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T524 LJA has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T524 LJA 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 T524 LJA find?
T524 LJA passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2024 with 1 advisory: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play.

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