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Vauxhall Vectra

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,796 cc

T974 KOVMOT history

T974 KOV is a blue petrol Vauxhall Vectra first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Jun 2022 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 149,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Jun 2022
Mileage
149,595 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2022
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,763 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T974 KOV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vectra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Jun 2022
Latest MOT test
20 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

T974 KOV was last recorded at 149,595 miles on 20 May 2022, 6,998 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,597 miles · 4 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
6,998 miles
Average per year
4,763 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 149,595 miles
  • 2021 – 142,597 miles
  • 2020 – 140,639 miles
  • 2019 – 137,981 miles
  • 2017 – 133,720 miles
  • 2016 – 132,017 miles
  • 2015 – 129,308 miles
  • 2014 – 126,031 miles
  • 2013 – 119,446 miles
  • 2012 – 118,555 miles
  • 2011 – 115,629 miles
  • 2009 – 112,046 miles
  • 2008 – 102,302 miles
  • 2007 – 85,035 miles
  • 2006 – 72,258 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail149,595 miles
  • MajorFuel hose damaged FILLER NECK TO TANK HOSES CRACKED IF TANK FULL WILL LEAK (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
  • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail149,595 miles (+6,998)8 major1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,595 miles
    Test number
    955293957909
    • MajorFuel hose damaged FILLER NECK TO TANK HOSES CRACKED IF TANK FULL WILL LEAK (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass142,597 miles (+15)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    142,597 miles
    Test number
    384811132108
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail142,582 miles (+1,943)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,582 miles
    Test number
    315421331740
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass140,639 miles (+2,658)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2021
    Odometer
    140,639 miles
    Test number
    854247208062
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass137,981 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,981 miles
    Test number
    673484748115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front strut top mount noise
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    687652435202
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight brake bind

  7. FailMileage not read2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    481301754489
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight brake bind

  8. Pass133,720 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    133,720 miles
    Test number
    154776847137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail133,718 miles (+1,701)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,718 miles
    Test number
    381247490448
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass132,017 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    132,017 miles
    Test number
    113105975286
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  11. Fail132,013 miles (+2,705)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,013 miles
    Test number
    942676229313
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  12. Pass129,308 miles (+23)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    129,308 miles
    Test number
    986434715166
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail129,285 miles (+3,254)6 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,285 miles
    Test number
    275737605112
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Pass126,031 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    126,031 miles
    Test number
    226776504412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail126,031 miles (+6,585)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,031 miles
    Test number
    287775504135
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass119,446 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    119,446 miles
    Test number
    926755663094
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail119,446 miles (+891)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,446 miles
    Test number
    887893963094
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass118,555 miles (+2,926)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    118,555 miles
    Test number
    759952232134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass115,629 miles (+3,583)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    115,629 miles
    Test number
    917480271043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass112,046 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    112,046 miles
    Test number
    884188189265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail112,045 miles (+9,743)11 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,045 miles
    Test number
    973122089225
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureIndicator switch missing (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted

  22. Pass102,302 miles (+17,267)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    102,302 miles
    Test number
    441927248276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass85,035 miles (+12,777)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    85,035 miles
    Test number
    291195447040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass72,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    72,258 miles
    Test number
    103253356402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail72,258 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,258 miles
    Test number
    920333256036
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T974 KOV

Does T974 KOV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T974 KOV expired on 3 Jun 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T974 KOV?
The MOT on T974 KOV expired on 3 Jun 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T974 KOV done?
T974 KOV was recorded at 149,595 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2022, an average of 4,763 miles a year.
Has T974 KOV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T974 KOV has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2022.
Has the mileage on T974 KOV 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 T974 KOV find?
T974 KOV failed its latest MOT on 20 May 2022 with 8 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test and 10 advisories: fuel hose damaged filler neck to tank hoses cracked if tank full will leak; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, and 16 more.

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