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Vauxhall Arena

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,870 cc

V79 ACTMOT history

V79 ACT is a red diesel Vauxhall Arena first used on 29 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 62,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
62,679 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,470 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V79 ACT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Arena
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,870 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V79 ACT was last recorded at 62,679 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,673 miles · 10 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
1,470 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,679 miles
  • 2024 – 62,581 miles
  • 2023 – 62,498 miles
  • 2022 – 62,228 miles
  • 2021 – 62,048 miles
  • 2020 – 61,688 miles
  • 2019 – 61,211 miles
  • 2018 – 60,748 miles
  • 2017 – 60,406 miles
  • 2016 – 59,893 miles
  • 2015 – 59,191 miles
  • 2014 – 57,526 miles
  • 2012 – 56,706 miles
  • 2011 – 53,200 miles
  • 2010 – 50,860 miles
  • 2009 – 47,589 miles
  • 2008 – 44,413 miles
  • 2007 – 39,303 miles
  • 2006 – 33,676 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,679 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))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 Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass62,679 miles (+6)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    62,679 miles
    Test number
    634115433787
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail62,673 miles (+92)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,673 miles
    Test number
    613825065345
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass62,581 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    62,581 miles
    Test number
    944242921221
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake tight to operate

  4. Fail62,578 miles (+7)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,578 miles
    Test number
    180104851341
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake tight to operate

  5. Fail62,571 miles (+73)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,571 miles
    Test number
    645386751698
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass62,498 miles (+270)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    62,498 miles
    Test number
    337155185842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass62,228 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    62,228 miles
    Test number
    374196464000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail62,224 miles (+176)7 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,224 miles
    Test number
    357478227878
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch insecure (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass62,048 miles (+360)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    62,048 miles
    Test number
    904516656503
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass61,688 miles (+477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    61,688 miles
    Test number
    618484901858
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass61,211 miles (+463)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    61,211 miles
    Test number
    452162150875
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass60,748 miles (+342)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    60,748 miles
    Test number
    603521748602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass60,406 miles (+513)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    60,406 miles
    Test number
    244586997116
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass59,893 miles (+702)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    59,893 miles
    Test number
    298747554966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,191 miles (+1,665)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    59,191 miles
    Test number
    698924085164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,526 miles (+820)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    57,526 miles
    Test number
    465892424017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,706 miles (+3,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    56,706 miles
    Test number
    966731392284
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass53,200 miles (+2,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    53,200 miles
    Test number
    777995681216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass50,860 miles (+3,271)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    50,860 miles
    Test number
    662187280215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,589 miles (+3,176)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,589 miles
    Test number
    692093999259
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass44,413 miles (+5,110)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    44,413 miles
    Test number
    692919028301
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on both inner and outter edges

  22. Pass39,303 miles (+67)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    39,303 miles
    Test number
    162235177233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,236 miles (+5,560)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,236 miles
    Test number
    284707567286
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Pass33,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    33,676 miles
    Test number
    314206566418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V79 ACT

Does V79 ACT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V79 ACT is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V79 ACT?
The MOT on V79 ACT is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V79 ACT done?
V79 ACT was recorded at 62,679 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 1,470 miles a year.
Has V79 ACT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V79 ACT has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on V79 ACT 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 V79 ACT find?
V79 ACT passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front windscreen wiper blade defective; central front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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