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Vauxhall Tigra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,389 cc

T7 LPWMOT history

T7 LPW is a silver petrol Vauxhall Tigra first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 52,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
52,920 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
1,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T7 LPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Tigra
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T7 LPW was last recorded at 52,920 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Aug 2021: 51,790 miles, lower than 51,824 miles on 26 Aug 2020.

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
52,916 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
1,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,920 miles
  • 2025 – 52,833 miles
  • 2024 – 52,602 miles
  • 2023 – 52,356 miles
  • 2022 – 52,083 miles
  • 2021 – 51,793 miles
  • 2020 – 51,824 miles
  • 2019 – 50,948 miles
  • 2018 – 49,753 miles
  • 2017 – 48,284 miles
  • 2016 – 46,839 miles
  • 2015 – 43,904 miles
  • 2014 – 42,165 miles
  • 2013 – 40,217 miles
  • 2012 – 37,704 miles
  • 2011 – 36,203 miles
  • 2010 – 34,934 miles
  • 2009 – 33,097 miles
  • 2008 – 31,498 miles
  • 2007 – 29,467 miles
  • 2006 – 27,293 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,920 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,920 miles (+4)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    52,920 miles
    Test number
    495608249067
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail52,916 miles (+83)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,916 miles
    Test number
    450576788961
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass52,833 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    52,833 miles
    Test number
    667334225165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail52,833 miles (+231)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,833 miles
    Test number
    363456185690
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass52,602 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    52,602 miles
    Test number
    884070214220
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail52,602 miles (+246)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,602 miles
    Test number
    785846486237
    • Repaired at testExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass52,356 miles (+273)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    52,356 miles
    Test number
    434234923774
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (coolant). (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Both rear rubbers splitting. (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass52,083 miles (+290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    52,083 miles
    Test number
    208773580587
    • AdvisoryDrivers door mirror cracked
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass51,793 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    51,793 miles
    Test number
    884705061768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail51,790 miles (-34)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,790 miles
    Test number
    161939108624
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Sill in wheel arch by suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill in wheel arch by suspension mounting (6.1.1 (c) (ii))

  11. Pass51,824 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,824 miles
    Test number
    135269783730
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced inner sill. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced inner sill. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  12. Fail51,824 miles (+876)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,824 miles
    Test number
    687862385825
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced inner sill. (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced inner sill. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass50,948 miles (+1,195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    50,948 miles
    Test number
    687216991616
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryExhaust down pipe heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryRear suspension corroded

  14. Pass49,753 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    49,753 miles
    Test number
    427834652029
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle starting to corrod

  15. Fail49,753 miles (+1,469)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,753 miles
    Test number
    560246552946
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle starting to corrod

  16. Pass48,284 miles (+1,445)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,284 miles
    Test number
    730823362901
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight crack in door mirror glass
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass46,839 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    46,839 miles
    Test number
    965839025089
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail46,839 miles (+2,935)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,839 miles
    Test number
    585804014665
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass43,904 miles (+1,739)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    43,904 miles
    Test number
    223607656481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,165 miles (+1,948)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    42,165 miles
    Test number
    966581644296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNsr tyre scuffed side wall

  21. Pass40,217 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    40,217 miles
    Test number
    447820243244
    • NoteN/S/F tyre sidewall worn

  22. Fail40,217 miles (+2,513)3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,217 miles
    Test number
    665940443249
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre sidewall worn

  23. Fail37,704 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,704 miles
    Test number
    386763442210
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  24. Pass37,704 miles (+1,501)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    37,704 miles
    Test number
    715553242215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    36,203 miles
    Test number
    186449821216
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Fail36,198 miles (+1,264)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,198 miles
    Test number
    458779621203
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass34,934 miles (+1,837)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    34,934 miles
    Test number
    370299630278
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCentre brake lamp not working
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  28. Pass33,097 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,097 miles
    Test number
    234140149237
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAge cracks in O/S/R

  29. Fail33,097 miles (+1,599)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,097 miles
    Test number
    213539539297
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAge cracks in O/S/R

  30. Pass31,498 miles (+2,031)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    31,498 miles
    Test number
    911707548273
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAge cracks in rear tyres

  31. Pass29,467 miles (+2,174)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    29,467 miles
    Test number
    771385527261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass27,293 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    27,293 miles
    Test number
    780300036258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T7 LPW

Does T7 LPW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T7 LPW is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T7 LPW?
The MOT on T7 LPW is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T7 LPW done?
T7 LPW was recorded at 52,920 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 1,278 miles a year.
Has T7 LPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T7 LPW has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T7 LPW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Aug 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T7 LPW find?
T7 LPW passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged.

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