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Vauxhall Sintra

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 2,171 cc

T789 KNBMOT history

T789 KNB is a green diesel Vauxhall Sintra first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 26 May 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 115,511 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 26 May 2026
Mileage
115,511 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,730 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T789 KNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Sintra
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 May 2026
Latest MOT test
27 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T789 KNB was last recorded at 115,511 miles on 27 May 2025, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Aug 2007: 71,673 miles, lower than 116,989 miles on 7 Feb 2007.

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
115,456 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
2,730 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,511 miles
  • 2024 – 115,456 miles
  • 2023 – 115,348 miles
  • 2022 – 115,244 miles
  • 2021 – 114,486 miles
  • 2020 – 110,840 miles
  • 2019 – 109,746 miles
  • 2018 – 106,920 miles
  • 2017 – 105,980 miles
  • 2016 – 105,590 miles
  • 2015 – 104,862 miles
  • 2014 – 101,081 miles
  • 2013 – 97,439 miles
  • 2012 – 93,860 miles
  • 2011 – 89,848 miles
  • 2010 – 82,716 miles
  • 2009 – 77,377 miles
  • 2008 – 71,675 miles
  • 2007 – 71,673 miles
  • 2006 – 62,870 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,511 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front to Rears (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S/F Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,511 miles (+55)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    115,511 miles
    Test number
    822440079325
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front to Rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Rear Brake Pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S/F Inner Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass115,456 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,456 miles
    Test number
    868659117876
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  3. Fail115,456 miles (+108)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,456 miles
    Test number
    429551108582
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  4. Pass115,348 miles (+104)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    115,348 miles
    Test number
    289208703241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    115,244 miles
    Test number
    597539502414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail115,244 miles (+758)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,244 miles
    Test number
    586454565664
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))

  7. Pass114,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    114,486 miles
    Test number
    810567505566
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail114,486 miles (+62)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,486 miles
    Test number
    984739904656
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail114,424 miles (+3,584)8 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,424 miles
    Test number
    668434861574
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel acrh inner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass110,840 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    110,840 miles
    Test number
    414281584496
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail110,840 miles (+1,094)12 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,840 miles
    Test number
    146532155471
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass109,746 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    109,746 miles
    Test number
    492609015709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail109,711 miles (+2,791)2 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,711 miles
    Test number
    754929655264
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass106,920 miles (+2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    106,920 miles
    Test number
    247188953272
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides and along axle beam (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail106,918 miles (+938)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,918 miles
    Test number
    873941878144
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides and along axle beam (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass105,980 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    105,980 miles
    Test number
    199497027167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Fail105,978 miles (+388)10 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,978 miles
    Test number
    726994756203
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass105,590 miles (+728)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    105,590 miles
    Test number
    204880846132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion front and rear (6.1.A.1)

  19. Pass104,862 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    104,862 miles
    Test number
    156804865065
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  20. Fail104,862 miles (+3,781)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,862 miles
    Test number
    547194665081
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  21. Pass101,081 miles (+3,642)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    101,081 miles
    Test number
    825543664098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass97,439 miles (+3,579)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    97,439 miles
    Test number
    997697553006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass93,860 miles (+4,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    93,860 miles
    Test number
    566946452018
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.4.A2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  24. Pass89,848 miles (+7,132)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    89,848 miles
    Test number
    785793351033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  25. Pass82,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    82,716 miles
    Test number
    993498750026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail82,716 miles (+5,339)1 dangerous3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,716 miles
    Test number
    490121050091
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked and perished on side walls

  27. Pass77,377 miles (+5,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    77,377 miles
    Test number
    843006359031
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass71,675 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    71,675 miles
    Test number
    394718258041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail71,673 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,673 miles
    Test number
    140763617263
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

  30. Pass71,673 miles (-45,316)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    71,673 miles
    Test number
    592813217217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass116,989 miles (+54,119)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    116,989 miles
    Test number
    941068337083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass62,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    62,870 miles
    Test number
    951345446032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T789 KNB

Does T789 KNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T789 KNB expired on 26 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T789 KNB?
The MOT on T789 KNB expired on 26 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T789 KNB done?
T789 KNB was recorded at 115,511 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2025, an average of 2,730 miles a year.
Has T789 KNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T789 KNB has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on T789 KNB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T789 KNB find?
T789 KNB passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2025 with 5 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rears; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box, and 2 more.

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