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Vauxhall Vectra

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T856 PKJMOT history

T856 PKJ is a silver petrol Vauxhall Vectra first used on 28 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 243,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2023
Mileage
243,989 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,383 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T856 PKJ
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
28 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T856 PKJ was last recorded at 243,989 miles on 14 Jan 2022, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
243,984 miles · 24 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
7,383 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 243,989 miles
  • 2021 – 243,984 miles
  • 2020 – 243,514 miles
  • 2019 – 242,064 miles
  • 2018 – 240,519 miles
  • 2017 – 239,187 miles
  • 2016 – 237,112 miles
  • 2015 – 234,886 miles
  • 2013 – 230,521 miles
  • 2012 – 227,091 miles
  • 2011 – 224,011 miles
  • 2010 – 216,699 miles
  • 2009 – 204,476 miles
  • 2008 – 187,974 miles
  • 2007 – 167,289 miles
  • 2006 – 145,802 miles
  • 2005 – 124,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,989 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

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 Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

28 tests since 20 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,989 miles (+5)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    243,989 miles
    Test number
    605348754916
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  2. Fail243,984 miles (+470)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,984 miles
    Test number
    282011210005
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected member floor (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorRear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sills both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass243,514 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    243,514 miles
    Test number
    659081574283
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail243,514 miles (+1,450)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,514 miles
    Test number
    988253902747
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass242,064 miles (+1,545)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    242,064 miles
    Test number
    761350886415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass240,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    240,519 miles
    Test number
    958290792863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail240,519 miles (+1,332)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    240,519 miles
    Test number
    437743167046
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass239,187 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    239,187 miles
    Test number
    695788560206
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  9. Fail239,178 miles (+1,316)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    239,178 miles
    Test number
    226044184564
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  10. Fail237,862 miles (+750)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,862 miles
    Test number
    820539911174
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  11. Pass237,112 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    237,112 miles
    Test number
    861551659789
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail237,112 miles (+2,226)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    237,112 miles
    Test number
    614880424247
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass234,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    234,886 miles
    Test number
    113666066531
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail234,886 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,886 miles
    Test number
    643797984830
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    378152334354
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  16. FailMileage not read1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    348368524362
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  17. Pass230,521 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    230,521 miles
    Test number
    495136913441
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail230,521 miles (+3,430)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    230,521 miles
    Test number
    238226713345
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass227,091 miles (+37)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    227,091 miles
    Test number
    459365922379
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail227,054 miles (+3,043)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,054 miles
    Test number
    138830022353
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass224,011 miles (+7,312)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    224,011 miles
    Test number
    757186411330
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass216,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    216,699 miles
    Test number
    672954430318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail216,699 miles (+12,223)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,699 miles
    Test number
    971223530361
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass204,476 miles (+16,502)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    204,476 miles
    Test number
    352708909353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass187,974 miles (+20,685)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    187,974 miles
    Test number
    712949688251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass167,289 miles (+21,487)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    167,289 miles
    Test number
    492278587284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass145,802 miles (+21,672)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    145,802 miles
    Test number
    560464986284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass124,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    124,130 miles
    Test number
    393773095242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T856 PKJ

Does T856 PKJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T856 PKJ expired on 13 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T856 PKJ?
The MOT on T856 PKJ expired on 13 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T856 PKJ done?
T856 PKJ was recorded at 243,989 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2022, an average of 7,383 miles a year.
Has T856 PKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T856 PKJ has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T856 PKJ 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 T856 PKJ find?
T856 PKJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2022 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective, and 5 more.

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