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Vauxhall Frontera

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 2,198 cc

T526 ELOMOT history

T526 ELO is a green petrol Vauxhall Frontera first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 128,190 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
128,190 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T526 ELO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Frontera
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T526 ELO was last recorded at 128,190 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 236 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jul 2013: 76,262 miles, lower than 711,248 miles on 28 Jul 2012.

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

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
127,954 miles · 30 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
236 miles
Average per year
4,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 128,190 miles
  • 2025 – 127,954 miles
  • 2024 – 126,814 miles
  • 2023 – 124,022 miles
  • 2022 – 119,946 miles
  • 2021 – 114,836 miles
  • 2020 – 110,219 miles
  • 2019 – 106,210 miles
  • 2018 – 100,466 miles
  • 2017 – 95,308 miles
  • 2016 – 92,810 miles
  • 2015 – 88,711 miles
  • 2014 – 82,559 miles
  • 2013 – 76,262 miles
  • 2012 – 711,248 miles
  • 2011 – 67,671 miles
  • 2010 – 58,434 miles
  • 2009 – 56,260 miles
  • 2008 – 54,160 miles
  • 2007 – 50,353 miles
  • 2006 – 43,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,190 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion to chassis and all suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass128,190 miles (+236)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    128,190 miles
    Test number
    713133651190
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bushes both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion to chassis and all suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass127,954 miles (+1,140)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    127,954 miles
    Test number
    804060376356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass126,814 miles (+2,792)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    126,814 miles
    Test number
    898060730849
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Surface corrosion across whole chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass124,022 miles (+4,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    124,022 miles
    Test number
    350812218048
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE CORRODED

  5. Pass119,946 miles (+5,110)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    119,946 miles
    Test number
    588181638727
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass114,836 miles (+4,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    114,836 miles
    Test number
    899460826398
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass110,219 miles (+4,009)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,219 miles
    Test number
    808151417915
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill / sill back (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill / sill back (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,210 miles (+5,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,210 miles
    Test number
    175354771147
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass100,466 miles (+5,158)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    100,466 miles
    Test number
    162869365244
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Pass95,308 miles (+2,498)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    95,308 miles
    Test number
    933377216920

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass92,810 miles (+4,099)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    92,810 miles
    Test number
    363113202555

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,711 miles (+6,152)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,711 miles
    Test number
    646565695112
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass82,559 miles (+6,297)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    82,559 miles
    Test number
    657669184192
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass76,262 miles (-634,986)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    76,262 miles
    Test number
    956874583104
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  15. Pass711,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    711,248 miles
    Test number
    406720812217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail711,248 miles (+640,043)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    711,248 miles
    Test number
    646680012234
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  17. Fail71,205 miles (+3,534)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,205 miles
    Test number
    498917802208
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass67,671 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    67,671 miles
    Test number
    526012801203
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  19. Fail67,671 miles (+9,237)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,671 miles
    Test number
    468769391177
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  20. Pass58,434 miles (+2,174)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    58,434 miles
    Test number
    342991710493
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass56,260 miles (+2,100)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    56,260 miles
    Test number
    702167869190
    • NoteBattery loose on tray...
    • NoteEngine oil leaking rear of engine...

  22. Fail54,160 miles1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,160 miles
    Test number
    332468458146
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBattery loose on tray...
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn uneven and has a nail in tyre tread...
    • NoteOil leaking from engine...

  23. Pass54,160 miles (+3,807)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    54,160 miles
    Test number
    741248858173
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteBattery loose on tray...
    • NoteOff side front tyre worn uneven and has a nail in tyre tread...
    • NoteOil leaking from engine...

  24. Fail50,353 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,353 miles
    Test number
    231533077436
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight damage to the off side rear lamp unit...
    • NoteSlight oil leak under the engine...

  25. Pass50,353 miles (+6,765)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,353 miles
    Test number
    732403677111
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight damage to the off side rear lamp unit...
    • NoteSlight oil leak under the engine...

  26. Pass43,588 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,588 miles
    Test number
    170186156126
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about T526 ELO

Does T526 ELO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T526 ELO is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T526 ELO?
The MOT on T526 ELO is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T526 ELO done?
T526 ELO was recorded at 128,190 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 4,165 miles a year.
Has T526 ELO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T526 ELO has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2012.
Has the mileage on T526 ELO ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jul 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T526 ELO find?
T526 ELO passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 7 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 4 more.

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