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Vauxhall Vectra

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,498 cc

V23 VECMOT history

V23 VEC is a black petrol Vauxhall Vectra first used on 24 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 87,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
87,281 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V23 VEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vectra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V23 VEC was last recorded at 87,281 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,248 miles · 16 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
33 miles
Average per year
2,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,281 miles
  • 2024 – 84,598 miles
  • 2023 – 83,756 miles
  • 2022 – 82,591 miles
  • 2020 – 81,101 miles
  • 2019 – 76,107 miles
  • 2018 – 74,008 miles
  • 2017 – 71,505 miles
  • 2015 – 69,916 miles
  • 2014 – 64,098 miles
  • 2013 – 57,953 miles
  • 2012 – 52,888 miles
  • 2011 – 48,436 miles
  • 2010 – 45,314 miles
  • 2009 – 42,009 miles
  • 2008 – 39,254 miles
  • 2007 – 35,811 miles
  • 2006 – 32,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,281 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Along front subframe (2.1.5 (g) (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.

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,281 miles (+33)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    87,281 miles
    Test number
    800670579820
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Along front subframe (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  2. Fail87,248 miles (+2,650)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,248 miles
    Test number
    508043934943
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded Along front subframe (2.1.5 (g) (i))

  3. Pass84,598 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    84,598 miles
    Test number
    514725088370
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Fail84,596 miles (+840)13 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,596 miles
    Test number
    125791387700
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to inner wing\sub frame mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced chassis . (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wing shocker mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point\ sub frame mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point\ sub frame mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  5. Pass83,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    83,756 miles
    Test number
    391158616318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,756 miles (+1,165)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,756 miles
    Test number
    260126995408
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass82,591 miles (+1,490)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    82,591 miles
    Test number
    535396038994

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,101 miles (+4,994)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    81,101 miles
    Test number
    991085985420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass76,107 miles (+2,099)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    76,107 miles
    Test number
    955434947851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,008 miles (+2,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,008 miles
    Test number
    490133440312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass71,505 miles (+12)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,505 miles
    Test number
    804008265355
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  12. Fail71,493 miles (+1,577)4 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,493 miles
    Test number
    546959524300
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust rubber missing but exhaust still supported

  13. Pass69,916 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    69,916 miles
    Test number
    828784609329
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail69,916 miles (+5,818)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,916 miles
    Test number
    433984169931
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass64,098 miles (+6,145)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    64,098 miles
    Test number
    966304874249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,953 miles (+5,065)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    57,953 miles
    Test number
    709614473261
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass52,888 miles (+34)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    52,888 miles
    Test number
    246059082235
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail52,854 miles (+4,418)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,854 miles
    Test number
    837935482252
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass48,436 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    48,436 miles
    Test number
    365983151272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,436 miles (+3,122)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,436 miles
    Test number
    206513851278
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass45,314 miles (+3,305)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    45,314 miles
    Test number
    900313060215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,009 miles (+2,755)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    42,009 miles
    Test number
    604408149275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,254 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,254 miles
    Test number
    483762568212
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass39,254 miles (+3,443)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    39,254 miles
    Test number
    934662568274
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Pass35,811 miles (+3,324)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,811 miles
    Test number
    630611277274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    32,487 miles
    Test number
    921475276296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V23 VEC

Does V23 VEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V23 VEC is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on V23 VEC?
The MOT on V23 VEC is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V23 VEC done?
V23 VEC was recorded at 87,281 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 2,832 miles a year.
Has V23 VEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V23 VEC has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on V23 VEC 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 V23 VEC find?
V23 VEC passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust noisy; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive jacking point, and 1 more.

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