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Vauxhall Movano

Grey · Diesel · 1999 · 2,799 cc

V697 LHDMOT history

V697 LHD is a grey diesel Vauxhall Movano first used on 14 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 296,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
296,320 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,193 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V697 LHD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Movano
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,799 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V697 LHD was last recorded at 296,320 miles on 5 Sept 2026, 2,560 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jun 2013: 25,590 miles, lower than 251,196 miles on 18 Jun 2012.

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
293,760 miles · 25 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,560 miles
Average per year
3,193 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 296,320 miles
  • 2025 – 293,760 miles
  • 2024 – 293,760 miles
  • 2023 – 293,760 miles
  • 2022 – 293,759 miles
  • 2021 – 293,548 miles
  • 2019 – 293,534 miles
  • 2017 – 287,933 miles
  • 2016 – 283,767 miles
  • 2015 – 282,740 miles
  • 2014 – 266,440 miles
  • 2013 – 25,590 miles
  • 2012 – 251,196 miles
  • 2010 – 249,197 miles
  • 2009 – 248,515 miles
  • 2007 – 246,153 miles
  • 2006 – 230,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass296,320 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndersills undersealed / ubcc

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.

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Under vehicle corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass296,320 miles (+2,560)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    296,320 miles
    Test number
    964126381923
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened ns/os (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndersills undersealed / ubcc
  2. Pass293,760 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    293,760 miles
    Test number
    728296637277
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corrosion
  3. Fail293,760 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,760 miles
    Test number
    411988078055
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) lower uj clam to rack loose (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corrosion
  4. Fail293,760 miles1 dangerous13 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,760 miles
    Test number
    519755407649
    • DangerousRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% 63% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorLower Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) column uj worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced cab (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired chassis out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting chassis (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle corrosion
  5. Pass293,760 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    293,760 miles
    Test number
    831055488987
    • MinorOffside Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNSF AND OSF LOWER STEPS, INNER SILLS CORRODED AND PREVIOUS REPAIRS, VARIOUS UNDERSIDE CORRIOSION AND PREVIOUS REPAIRS COVERED IN UNDERSEAL
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  6. Fail293,760 miles3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,760 miles
    Test number
    593094035952
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Patch Repair Corroded Through (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Leaf Spring Rear Mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Leaf Spring Rear Mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Center Join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill Has A Hole (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil Pressure Light On When Engine Warm And On Idle
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass293,760 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    293,760 miles
    Test number
    429935810236
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail293,760 miles (+1)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,760 miles
    Test number
    568060388666
    • MajorFuel tank insecure (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass293,759 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    293,759 miles
    Test number
    620289982176
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose rear strap mount corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail293,759 miles (+211)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    293,759 miles
    Test number
    552209410822
    • Repaired at testFuel pipe union leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel tank slightly loose rear strap mount corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass293,548 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    293,548 miles
    Test number
    607498387707
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer sill corroded but not in prescribed area
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear of cab starting to corrode not prescribed area
  12. Pass293,534 miles (+5,601)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    293,534 miles
    Test number
    657901719155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth outer sills corroded and damaged but not with in prescribed areas
    • AdvisoryClutch pedal anti slip missing
  13. Pass287,933 miles (+4,166)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    287,933 miles
    Test number
    285974704590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass283,767 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    283,767 miles
    Test number
    101355680708
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt plus upper (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
  15. Fail283,767 miles (+1,027)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,767 miles
    Test number
    583999018815
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt plus lower (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt plus lower (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass282,740 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    282,740 miles
    Test number
    551376319608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail282,735 miles (+1)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,735 miles
    Test number
    464395129863
    • FailureNearside All position lamps not working marker lights (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  18. Fail282,734 miles (+16,294)19 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    282,734 miles
    Test number
    472786148111
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside All position lamps not working marker lights (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded door step sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside All position lamps not working marker light (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded door step sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass266,440 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    266,440 miles
    Test number
    248118964476
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  20. Fail266,440 miles (+240,850)13 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    266,440 miles
    Test number
    748288464157
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureRear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
  21. Pass25,590 miles (-225,606)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    25,590 miles
    Test number
    469762163125
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
  22. Pass251,196 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    251,196 miles
    Test number
    459940072165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail251,191 miles (+1,994)3 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    251,191 miles
    Test number
    289968562454
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  24. Pass249,197 miles (+682)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    249,197 miles
    Test number
    404404260006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass248,515 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    248,515 miles
    Test number
    883669369068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail248,513 miles (+2,360)7 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,513 miles
    Test number
    470263469041
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  27. Pass246,153 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    246,153 miles
    Test number
    643829827081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail246,150 miles (+15,660)2 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    246,150 miles
    Test number
    361002027063
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • DangerousService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteSuspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing
    • NoteSuspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing
  29. Pass230,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    230,490 miles
    Test number
    362063226037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V697 LHD

Does V697 LHD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V697 LHD is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V697 LHD?
The MOT on V697 LHD is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V697 LHD done?
V697 LHD was recorded at 296,320 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2026, an average of 3,193 miles a year.
Has V697 LHD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V697 LHD has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on V697 LHD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jun 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V697 LHD find?
V697 LHD passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear leaf spring shackle bracket corroded but not seriously weakened ns/os; undersills undersealed / ubcc.

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