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Vauxhall Brava

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,499 cc

T704 SWVMOT history

T704 SWV is a grey diesel Vauxhall Brava first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 75,050 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
75,050 mi
At MOT on 24 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,951 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T704 SWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Brava
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T704 SWV was last recorded at 75,050 miles on 24 Sept 2026, 1,657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,393 miles · 4 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,657 miles
Average per year
1,951 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 75,050 miles
  • 2025 – 73,393 miles
  • 2024 – 67,806 miles
  • 2023 – 65,715 miles
  • 2022 – 64,795 miles
  • 2021 – 62,631 miles
  • 2020 – 60,372 miles
  • 2019 – 58,407 miles
  • 2018 – 54,420 miles
  • 2017 – 50,784 miles
  • 2016 – 50,348 miles
  • 2015 – 49,947 miles
  • 2014 – 49,111 miles
  • 2013 – 47,843 miles
  • 2012 – 46,918 miles
  • 2011 – 45,891 miles
  • 2010 – 44,424 miles
  • 2009 – 42,561 miles
  • 2008 – 40,646 miles
  • 2007 – 38,196 miles
  • 2006 – 35,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass75,050 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody has age related surfice corosion

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass75,050 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    75,050 miles
    Test number
    962619086454
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has age related surfice corosion

  2. Fail75,050 miles (+1,657)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,050 miles
    Test number
    389429733853
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody has age related surfice corosion

  3. Pass73,393 miles (+5,587)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    73,393 miles
    Test number
    284048459066
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass67,806 miles (+2,091)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    67,806 miles
    Test number
    484847511978
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass65,715 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    65,715 miles
    Test number
    967615670681
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail65,715 miles (+920)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,715 miles
    Test number
    881442551930
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass64,795 miles (+2,164)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,795 miles
    Test number
    540097975295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass62,631 miles (+2,259)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    62,631 miles
    Test number
    459873349396
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))

  9. Pass60,372 miles (+1,965)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    60,372 miles
    Test number
    701179575138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  10. Pass58,407 miles (+3,987)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    58,407 miles
    Test number
    943472815007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass54,420 miles (+3,636)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    54,420 miles
    Test number
    665975774691
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass50,784 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    50,784 miles
    Test number
    338845091977
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened both (2.4.B.1a)

  13. Fail50,784 miles (+9)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,784 miles
    Test number
    697352914435
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Lower Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut loose (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring deteriorated but not seriously weakened both (2.4.B.1a)

  14. Fail50,775 miles (+427)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,775 miles
    Test number
    955143923001
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension 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)
    • AdvisoryFront front suspension corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass50,348 miles (+401)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    50,348 miles
    Test number
    686609686520
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryImbalance on front Brakes just within limits

  16. Pass49,947 miles (+836)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,947 miles
    Test number
    845749445105
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  17. Pass49,111 miles (+1,268)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    49,111 miles
    Test number
    186361944190
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass47,843 miles (+925)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,843 miles
    Test number
    556579743115
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteDeterioration of Windscreen wipers

  19. Pass46,918 miles (+1,027)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    46,918 miles
    Test number
    878411452112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteNearside Windscreen washers poor
    • NoteWindscreen wipers splitting

  20. Pass45,891 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,891 miles
    Test number
    225792851144
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  21. Fail45,889 miles (+1,465)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,889 miles
    Test number
    296307841143
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

  22. Pass44,424 miles (+1,863)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    44,424 miles
    Test number
    214268740125
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteFront brake pads starting to get low

  23. Pass42,561 miles (+1,915)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    42,561 miles
    Test number
    202288949129
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass40,646 miles (+2,450)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    40,646 miles
    Test number
    252399348449
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront Number plate cracked

  25. Pass38,196 miles (+2,818)7 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    38,196 miles
    Test number
    943049847185
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has a slightly deteriorated anchor pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryLeaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrossion to body+chassis
    • NoteNumber plates damaged
    • NotePlay to all wishbone bushes
    • NoteWipers in poor condition

  26. Pass35,378 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    35,378 miles
    Test number
    333030056155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail35,378 miles2 dangerous5 failures7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,378 miles
    Test number
    611955146198
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureHeadlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBall joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteBushes perishing
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTracking is out
    • NoteTyres wearing on edges+sidewall damage

Questions about T704 SWV

Does T704 SWV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T704 SWV is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T704 SWV?
The MOT on T704 SWV is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T704 SWV done?
T704 SWV was recorded at 75,050 miles at its MOT on 24 Sept 2026, an average of 1,951 miles a year.
Has T704 SWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T704 SWV has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T704 SWV 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 T704 SWV find?
T704 SWV passed its latest MOT on 24 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4; underbody has age related surfice corosion.

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