
Isuzu Bighorn
Blue and Grey · Petrol · 1999
V697 HLFMOT history
V697 HLF is a blue and grey petrol Isuzu Bighorn first used on 10 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 11 Jun 2026 and it has passed 20 of 36 MOT tests, with 167,333 km recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jun 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 11 Jun 2026
- Mileage
- 167,333 km
- At MOT on 18 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 36
- 20 passed · 16 failed
- Per year
- 2,016 km
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- V697 HLF
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Isuzu
- Model
- Bighorn
- Colour
- Blue and Grey
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 10 Jan 2000
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 11 Jun 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 18 Jun 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
V697 HLF was last recorded at 167,333 km on 18 Jun 2026, 2,983 km more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 164,350 km · 12 Jun 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 2,983 km
- Average per year
- 2,016 km
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 167,333 km
- 2025 – 164,350 km
- 2024 – 162,790 km
- 2023 – 160,791 km
- 2022 – 158,666 km
What the latest MOT found
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed black smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected lens broken (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded various areas
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory9 MOTs, 2019–2024
Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2023
Offside Rear Coil spring corroded
Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2023
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor6 MOTs, 2022–2025
Power steering component has slight seepage from a component
Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024
Oil leak, but not excessive at rear diff
Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023
Full MOT history
36 tests since 26 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail167,333 km (+2,983)7 major1 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 167,333 km
- Test number
- 619511030886
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed black smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorExhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
- MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected lens broken (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded various areas
Pass164,350 km1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 164,350 km
- Test number
- 691811703530
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front body mount deteriorated
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryRear diff seepage
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
Fail164,350 km (+51)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 164,350 km
- Test number
- 329778320526
- Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front body mount deteriorated
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryRear diff seepage
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
Fail164,299 km1 dangerous2 major2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 164,299 km
- Test number
- 407889379436
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system ABS pump (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis rail and crossmember corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front body mount deteriorated
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel hose deteriorated (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear diff seepage
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
Pass163,289 miles (+40)5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 May 2025
- Odometer
- 163,289 miles
- Test number
- 963112403386
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced whole chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail163,249 miles3 dangerous6 major2 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,249 miles
- Test number
- 880457951498
- DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring for braking components extremely deteriorated abs wire to wheel (4.11 (b) (iii))
- DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail Joining Junction on chassis (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Front Electrical wiring for braking components extremely deteriorated abs wire to wheel (4.11 (b) (iii))
- MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorFuel tank insecure carbon tank (6.1.3 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour lens damaged (4.4.3 (a))
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorTrailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated (4.10 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBody mounting fixing insecure, but overall security not significantly reduced all (6.2.2 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported all (1.1.11 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Joining Junction on chassis (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security all (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Fail162,790 km (+1,999)1 dangerous9 major3 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 162,790 km
- Test number
- 330567220994
- DangerousOffside Rear tank strap corroded
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door shut corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting tow bar mount (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive door shut corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed boot seat (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear crossmember corroded
- AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle corroded
Pass160,791 km (+49)3 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 160,791 km
- Test number
- 941404811691
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch area slight corrosion
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering idler off steering box worn (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm front bushes perished
- AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber bushes perished
- AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
Fail160,742 km (+2,076)2 major3 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,742 km
- Test number
- 478408044634
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch area slight corrosion
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel steering idler off steering box worn (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth front lower suspension arm front bushes perished
- AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber bushes perished
- AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
Pass158,666 km3 minor13 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 158,666 km
- Test number
- 550332907624
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front flexible hoses (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear lamp lens slightly damaged
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
- AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel slight play in steering arm idler off steering box (2.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear bumper slightly loose
Pass156,671 miles (+52)1 minor12 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 156,671 miles
- Test number
- 965126418833
- MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure abs wiring (4.11 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear slight corrosion to support bracket behind rear wheel
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion to support bracket behind rear wheel
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gearbox/transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to chassis
Fail156,619 miles (+3,128)1 dangerous4 major1 minor15 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,619 miles
- Test number
- 563947750048
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure abs wiring (4.11 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear slight corrosion to support bracket behind rear wheel
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear slight corrosion to support bracket behind rear wheel
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at gearbox/transfer box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive at rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to chassis
Pass153,491 miles (+50)1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 153,491 miles
- Test number
- 374685417973
- MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure abs (4.11 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers are corroded
Fail153,441 miles (+5,101)1 dangerous3 major1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,441 miles
- Test number
- 570645819858
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure abs (4.11 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorbers are corroded
Pass148,340 miles (+78)1 minor15 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 148,340 miles
- Test number
- 786132743047
- MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber casings corroded
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
- AdvisoryRear diff seal leaking
Fail148,262 miles (+4,193)1 major1 minor15 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,262 miles
- Test number
- 508435695087
- MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear shock absorber casings corroded
- AdvisoryBoth rear tyres perished
- AdvisoryRear diff seal leaking
Pass144,069 miles (+2,910)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 8 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 144,069 miles
- Test number
- 217658403790
- AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on outer edge
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear disc (3.5.1i)
Pass141,159 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 141,159 miles
- Test number
- 904705977611
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
- AdvisoryOil leak from steering rack
Fail141,159 miles (+3,865)1 failure2 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,159 miles
- Test number
- 875401767588
- FailureOffside Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
- AdvisoryGeneral corrosion
- AdvisoryOil leak from steering rack
Pass137,294 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 137,294 miles
- Test number
- 329570028330
- AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryBoth rear coil spring corroded
- AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside front
Fail137,294 miles (+82)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,294 miles
- Test number
- 949008803445
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
- Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- AdvisoryFront Front wheel bearing has slight play both (2.5.A.3c)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryBoth rear coil spring corroded
- AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced nearside front
Fail137,212 miles (+5,075)6 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 137,212 miles
- Test number
- 936782715208
- FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear and joiners at o/s front (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureFront registration plate deteriorated Damaged (6.3.1d)
- FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour Lamp broken (1.4.A.2f)
- FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- FailureSteering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
- FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
- AdvisoryDrive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both fronts (2.4.G.4e)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
- AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded Both (2.4.C.1b)
Pass132,137 miles (+5,898)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2016
- Odometer
- 132,137 miles
- Test number
- 229529944312
- AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Fail126,239 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,239 miles
- Test number
- 126826404067
- Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass126,239 miles (+3,054)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2015
- Odometer
- 126,239 miles
- Test number
- 577686104077
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass123,185 miles (+638)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jun 2014
- Odometer
- 123,185 miles
- Test number
- 939534763119
- AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
Fail122,547 miles (+6,555)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 122,547 miles
- Test number
- 887196503144
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
Pass115,992 miles (+6,516)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 115,992 miles
- Test number
- 586461242013
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail109,476 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,476 miles
- Test number
- 137232141037
- Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Pass109,476 miles (+9,436)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 109,476 miles
- Test number
- 276012741082
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass100,040 miles (+12,729)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 100,040 miles
- Test number
- 334794050083
- NoteAuto box and rear diff pinion seal weeeping
- NoteFront tyres are worn on inner edge
- NoteSlight corrosion to rear discs
- NoteSlight play in nearside front wheel bearing
Pass87,311 miles (+8,180)2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2010
- Odometer
- 87,311 miles
- Test number
- 330704119086
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
- NoteAuto box weeping
- NoteExhaust corroded
- NoteOffside headlamp glass is damaged
- NoteRear diff seal leaking
Pass79,131 miles (+7,197)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2009
- Odometer
- 79,131 miles
- Test number
- 381973428005
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass71,934 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 71,934 miles
- Test number
- 751695927047
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail71,934 miles (+7,731)1 repaired1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,934 miles
- Test number
- 772945827030
- Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Pass64,203 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 64,203 miles
- Test number
- 693286826059
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteOil leak from sump area
Questions about V697 HLF
- Does V697 HLF currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on V697 HLF expired on 11 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on V697 HLF?
- The MOT on V697 HLF expired on 11 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has V697 HLF done?
- V697 HLF was recorded at 167,333 km at its MOT on 18 Jun 2026, an average of 2,016 km a year.
- Has V697 HLF ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. V697 HLF has failed 16 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2026.
- Has the mileage on V697 HLF 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 V697 HLF find?
- V697 HLF failed its latest MOT on 18 Jun 2026 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: emissions unable to be completed black smoke; exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration; nearside rear vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting, and 12 more.
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