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Vauxhall Tigra

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,598 cc

T983 TACMOT history

T983 TAC is a red petrol Vauxhall Tigra first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 50,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
50,971 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
21 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,476 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T983 TAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Tigra
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T983 TAC was last recorded at 50,971 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 477 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,494 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
477 miles
Average per year
1,476 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 50,971 miles
  • 2025 – 50,494 miles
  • 2024 – 49,956 miles
  • 2023 – 49,356 miles
  • 2022 – 48,534 miles
  • 2021 – 47,931 miles
  • 2020 – 47,233 miles
  • 2019 – 46,653 miles
  • 2018 – 45,458 miles
  • 2017 – 44,376 miles
  • 2016 – 43,848 miles
  • 2015 – 42,616 miles
  • 2014 – 39,701 miles
  • 2013 – 35,708 miles
  • 2012 – 32,331 miles
  • 2011 – 30,228 miles
  • 2010 – 27,912 miles
  • 2009 – 26,030 miles
  • 2008 – 24,228 miles
  • 2007 – 22,839 miles
  • 2006 – 21,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass50,971 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass50,971 miles (+477)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    50,971 miles
    Test number
    787049053977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass50,494 miles (+538)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    50,494 miles
    Test number
    258846628878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass49,956 miles (+600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    49,956 miles
    Test number
    717318783674
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass49,356 miles (+822)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    49,356 miles
    Test number
    340760012410
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass48,534 miles (+603)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    48,534 miles
    Test number
    120588844640

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass47,931 miles (+698)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    47,931 miles
    Test number
    325582655261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,233 miles (+580)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    47,233 miles
    Test number
    514428028701
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass46,653 miles (+1,195)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    46,653 miles
    Test number
    119881722713
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear panel area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear panel area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass45,458 miles (+1,082)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    45,458 miles
    Test number
    479781477125
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass44,376 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    44,376 miles
    Test number
    770842618832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail44,355 miles (+507)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,355 miles
    Test number
    579233917930
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Back box (7.1.2)

  12. Pass43,848 miles (+1,232)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    43,848 miles
    Test number
    714880622055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,616 miles (+2,915)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    42,616 miles
    Test number
    218917652221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnable to check areas of vehicle in a satisfactory manner due to covers

  14. Pass39,701 miles (+3,993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    39,701 miles
    Test number
    848805964222
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass35,708 miles (+3,377)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    35,708 miles
    Test number
    708796363292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass32,331 miles (+2,103)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,331 miles
    Test number
    896088552223
    • NoteExhaust blow centre silencer-sealed

  17. Pass30,228 miles (+2,316)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    30,228 miles
    Test number
    615589751210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,912 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    27,912 miles
    Test number
    830413260221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass26,030 miles (+1,802)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    26,030 miles
    Test number
    464383559201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass24,228 miles (+1,389)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,228 miles
    Test number
    900563758205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail22,839 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,839 miles
    Test number
    392564267213
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass22,839 miles (+1,454)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,839 miles
    Test number
    800304267259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    21,385 miles
    Test number
    830906056270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T983 TAC

Does T983 TAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T983 TAC is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T983 TAC?
The MOT on T983 TAC 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 T983 TAC done?
T983 TAC was recorded at 50,971 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 1,476 miles a year.
Has T983 TAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T983 TAC has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2017.
Has the mileage on T983 TAC 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 T983 TAC find?
T983 TAC passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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