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Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,796 cc

V26 SPBMOT history

V26 SPB is a black petrol Vauxhall Insignia first used on 11 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 155,000 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2023.

V26 SPB black Vauxhall Insignia – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2023
Mileage
155,000 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2023
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,970 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V26 SPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Insignia
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

V26 SPB was last recorded at 155,000 miles on 11 Feb 2023, 8,816 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,184 miles · 9 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
8,816 miles
Average per year
10,970 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 155,000 miles
  • 2022 – 146,184 miles
  • 2021 – 128,928 miles
  • 2020 – 115,929 miles
  • 2019 – 112,373 miles
  • 2018 – 93,455 miles
  • 2017 – 84,776 miles
  • 2016 – 74,002 miles
  • 2015 – 60,383 miles
  • 2014 – 59,552 miles
  • 2013 – 48,439 miles
  • 2012 – 40,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail155,000 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Front Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  • AdvisoryClutch anti slip provision missing
  • AdvisoryClutch needs attention
  • AdvisoryCoolant level low

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail155,000 miles (+8,816)8 major3 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,000 miles
    Test number
    957777307693
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Power steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryClutch anti slip provision missing
    • AdvisoryClutch needs attention
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  2. Pass146,184 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    146,184 miles
    Test number
    217800189994
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail146,184 miles (+17,256)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,184 miles
    Test number
    971444489910
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Pass128,928 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    128,928 miles
    Test number
    773726421540
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail128,922 miles (+12,993)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,922 miles
    Test number
    163959630974
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm BOTH FRONT TYRES (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm WORN ON INSIDE (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring worn so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass115,929 miles (+3,556)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    115,929 miles
    Test number
    532120162518
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryPark brake only just passed on effort 18% adjustment or repair is required

  7. Pass112,373 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    112,373 miles
    Test number
    150512332383
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail112,372 miles (+18,917)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,372 miles
    Test number
    644429377156
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass93,455 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    93,455 miles
    Test number
    951359548883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail93,389 miles (+8,613)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,389 miles
    Test number
    362726478456
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  11. Pass84,776 miles (+10,774)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    84,776 miles
    Test number
    679828401160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass74,002 miles (+13,619)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,002 miles
    Test number
    863034717029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass60,383 miles (+831)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2016
    Odometer
    60,383 miles
    Test number
    545266425177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,552 miles (+1,486)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    59,552 miles
    Test number
    447493184107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,066 miles (+9,627)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    58,066 miles
    Test number
    857952724104
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to crack
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  16. Pass48,439 miles (+7,657)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    48,439 miles
    Test number
    278266233188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass40,782 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    40,782 miles
    Test number
    345617452225
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

Questions about V26 SPB

Does V26 SPB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V26 SPB expired on 15 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V26 SPB?
The MOT on V26 SPB expired on 15 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V26 SPB done?
V26 SPB was recorded at 155,000 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2023, an average of 10,970 miles a year.
Has V26 SPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V26 SPB has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on V26 SPB 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 V26 SPB find?
V26 SPB failed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2023 with 8 major defects, 3 minor defects and 14 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases; front windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both, and 22 more.

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