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Vauxhall Arena

Blue · Diesel · 2000 · 1,870 cc

V36 HJKMOT history

V36 HJK is a blue diesel Vauxhall Arena first used on 31 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,991 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
126,991 mi
At MOT on 27 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,086 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V36 HJK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Arena
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
31 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V36 HJK was last recorded at 126,991 miles on 27 Jul 2026, 4,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Nov 2017: 100,941 miles, lower than 112,532 miles on 7 Sept 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
122,097 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,894 miles
Average per year
5,086 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,991 miles
  • 2025 – 122,097 miles
  • 2024 – 116,180 miles
  • 2023 – 108,690 miles
  • 2022 – 101,756 miles
  • 2021 – 101,620 miles
  • 2020 – 101,538 miles
  • 2019 – 101,360 miles
  • 2018 – 100,989 miles
  • 2017 – 100,951 miles
  • 2016 – 112,532 miles
  • 2015 – 89,944 miles
  • 2014 – 82,186 miles
  • 2013 – 72,732 miles
  • 2012 – 64,097 miles
  • 2011 – 54,392 miles
  • 2010 – 46,761 miles
  • 2008 – 38,204 miles
  • 2007 – 32,319 miles
  • 2006 – 25,251 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,991 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a temp repair on it
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Near excessive (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Light lens damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass126,991 miles (+4,894)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    126,991 miles
    Test number
    746087822404
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a temp repair on it
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively Near excessive (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass122,097 miles (+5,917)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    122,097 miles
    Test number
    329465525502
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Weeping grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass116,180 miles (+7,490)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    116,180 miles
    Test number
    952189886013
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Near excessive (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear join near excessive (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion patches underneath vehicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen washer jet weak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlight lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Poor beam image (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass108,690 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    108,690 miles
    Test number
    851845617768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail108,687 miles (+6,931)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,687 miles
    Test number
    599855772058
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases by hanger on centre pipe rearmost (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust rubber broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,756 miles (+136)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    101,756 miles
    Test number
    746948246954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,620 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,620 miles
    Test number
    617638772214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass101,538 miles (+178)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    101,538 miles
    Test number
    876654785307
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  9. Pass101,360 miles (+371)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,360 miles
    Test number
    968980821702
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  10. Pass100,989 miles (+38)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    100,989 miles
    Test number
    262521181808
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion noted to outer sills

  11. Pass100,951 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    100,951 miles
    Test number
    711529727300
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit Both front tyres wearing on edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail100,941 miles (-11,591)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,941 miles
    Test number
    762971031817
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • 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)

  13. Pass112,532 miles (+15,106)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    112,532 miles
    Test number
    369922869158
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion cill (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryUnder body corroded

  14. Fail97,426 miles (+7,482)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,426 miles
    Test number
    924950274253
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded anchor braket (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside rear anchor bracket
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to rear chassis rails
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to both sills outside prescribed area
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake starting to bind
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight interaction to offside rear lamps

  15. Pass89,944 miles (+78)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    89,944 miles
    Test number
    884136812849
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDamage to offside front headlamp glass
    • NoteOffside front outer sill corroded outside of seatbelt mounting 30cm limit

  16. Fail89,866 miles (+7,680)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,866 miles
    Test number
    967075425249
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteDamage to offside front headlamp glass
    • NoteOffside front outer sill corroded outside of seatbelt mounting 30cm limit

  17. Pass82,186 miles (+12)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    82,186 miles
    Test number
    589989214254
    • NoteCorrosion around offside rear leaf spring anchor bracket
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside rear outer wheel arch
    • NoteOffside centre to rear outer sill corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight free play in both steering track rod inner ball joints
    • NoteSlight free play in offside rear wheel bearing

  18. Fail82,174 miles (+9,442)8 failures7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,174 miles
    Test number
    389763114464
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteCorrosion around offside rear leaf spring anchor bracket
    • NoteCorrosion to nearside rear outer wheel arch
    • NoteOffside centre to rear outer sill corroded
    • NoteOffside rear service brake effort low
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight free play in both steering track rod inner ball joints
    • NoteSlight free play in offside rear wheel bearing

  19. Pass72,732 miles (+8,635)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,732 miles
    Test number
    675863413203
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBonnet saftey catch tight
    • NoteOffside rear outer sill excessively corroded just outside prescribed area

  20. Pass64,097 miles (+9,705)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    64,097 miles
    Test number
    315834712497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteExhaust mounts poor.
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  21. Pass54,392 miles (+359)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,392 miles
    Test number
    956554901183
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteSome corrosion rear spring hangers.

  22. Fail54,033 miles (+7,272)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,033 miles
    Test number
    317261101196
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteSome corrosion rear spring hangers.

  23. Pass46,761 miles (+8,557)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    46,761 miles
    Test number
    103704430026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,204 miles (+11)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,204 miles
    Test number
    303319198119
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteInt mirror loose

  25. Fail38,193 miles (+5,874)3 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,193 miles
    Test number
    234678498166
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteInt mirror loose

  26. Pass32,319 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    32,319 miles
    Test number
    373109317455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail32,316 miles (+7,065)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,316 miles
    Test number
    311818717247
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  28. Pass25,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    25,251 miles
    Test number
    923157106224
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about V36 HJK

Does V36 HJK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V36 HJK is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V36 HJK?
The MOT on V36 HJK is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V36 HJK done?
V36 HJK was recorded at 126,991 miles at its MOT on 27 Jul 2026, an average of 5,086 miles a year.
Has V36 HJK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V36 HJK has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on V36 HJK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Nov 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V36 HJK find?
V36 HJK passed its latest MOT on 27 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated weeping grease; exhaust has a temp repair on it; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement perishing, and 6 more.

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