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Vauxhall Tigra

Yellow · Petrol · 2006 · 1,364 cc

V25 MECMOT history

V25 MEC is a yellow petrol Vauxhall Tigra first used on 13 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 60,765 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2026.

V25 MEC yellow Vauxhall Tigra – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Tigra, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
60,765 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V25 MEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Tigra
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V25 MEC was last recorded at 60,765 miles on 15 Aug 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
60,756 miles · 8 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 60,765 miles
  • 2025 – 57,792 miles
  • 2024 – 53,143 miles
  • 2023 – 49,184 miles
  • 2022 – 45,953 miles
  • 2021 – 42,403 miles
  • 2020 – 39,119 miles
  • 2019 – 35,534 miles
  • 2018 – 32,523 miles
  • 2017 – 29,940 miles
  • 2016 – 27,802 miles
  • 2015 – 25,882 miles
  • 2014 – 21,907 miles
  • 2013 – 17,762 miles
  • 2012 – 14,345 miles
  • 2011 – 11,754 miles
  • 2009 – 7,923 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass60,765 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass60,765 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    60,765 miles
    Test number
    660718991610
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  2. Fail60,756 miles (+2,964)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,756 miles
    Test number
    595853378380
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
  3. Pass57,792 miles (+9)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    57,792 miles
    Test number
    464787126087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail57,783 miles (+4,640)3 dangerous11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,783 miles
    Test number
    356930344348
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f and n/s f wheels misaligned
  5. Pass53,143 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    53,143 miles
    Test number
    372653921480
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake requires repair or adjustment only just met requirment
  6. Fail53,143 miles (+3,959)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,143 miles
    Test number
    946579092711
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake requires repair or adjustment only just met requirment
  7. Pass49,184 miles (+3,231)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    49,184 miles
    Test number
    354282968304
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass45,953 miles (+3,550)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    45,953 miles
    Test number
    335581445363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive oil pressure switch (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rears (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass42,403 miles (+111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    42,403 miles
    Test number
    435006317838
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  10. Fail42,292 miles (+3,173)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,292 miles
    Test number
    195663095943
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  11. Pass39,119 miles (+3,585)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    39,119 miles
    Test number
    472359264365
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  12. Pass35,534 miles (+3,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    35,534 miles
    Test number
    340054525468
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass32,523 miles (+2,583)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    32,523 miles
    Test number
    695834334739
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryO/S REAR TYRE HAS SLIGHT CRACKING IN TREAD
  14. Pass29,940 miles (+2,138)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    29,940 miles
    Test number
    319890102135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,802 miles (+1,920)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    27,802 miles
    Test number
    317586860392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,882 miles (+3,975)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    25,882 miles
    Test number
    547752745064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,907 miles (+40)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,907 miles
    Test number
    619629874086
    • NoteFront inner brake discs corroding
  18. Fail21,867 miles (+4,105)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,867 miles
    Test number
    179126274076
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracked in tread
    • NoteFront inner brake discs corroding
    • NoteNail n/s/r tyre ,tyre slightly distorted
  19. Pass17,762 miles (+3,417)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    17,762 miles
    Test number
    856177973070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,345 miles (+2,591)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    14,345 miles
    Test number
    746119382061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass11,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    11,754 miles
    Test number
    707239581011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail11,754 miles (+3,831)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,754 miles
    Test number
    788299381007
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
  23. Pass7,923 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    7,923 miles
    Test number
    941498069213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V25 MEC

Does V25 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V25 MEC is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V25 MEC?
The MOT on V25 MEC is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V25 MEC done?
V25 MEC was recorded at 60,765 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2026, an average of 3,129 miles a year.
Has V25 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V25 MEC has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on V25 MEC 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 V25 MEC find?
V25 MEC passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn; nearside rear inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge; rear axle corroded, and 1 more.

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