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Vauxhall Vivaro

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,598 cc

V7 ARKMOT history

V7 ARK is a black diesel Vauxhall Vivaro first used on 14 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 20 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 62,059 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Mar 2026.

V7 ARK black Vauxhall Vivaro – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Mar 2027
Mileage
62,059 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,644 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 ARK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vivaro
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
14 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 ARK was last recorded at 62,059 miles on 21 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,059 miles · 19 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,644 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,059 miles
  • 2025 – 56,701 miles
  • 2024 – 52,822 miles
  • 2023 – 47,642 miles
  • 2022 – 40,580 miles
  • 2021 – 36,290 miles
  • 2020 – 33,798 miles
  • 2019 – 28,721 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,059 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 15 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,059 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    62,059 miles
    Test number
    138836129221
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail62,059 miles (+5,358)1 dangerous3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,059 miles
    Test number
    833484784872
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass56,701 miles (+3,879)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    56,701 miles
    Test number
    664795536986
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass52,822 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    52,822 miles
    Test number
    312127064099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail52,802 miles (+5,160)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,802 miles
    Test number
    413891669302
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Also close to legal limit (245/40ZR20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Dust cover is also worn (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass47,642 miles (+7,062)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    47,642 miles
    Test number
    173491500394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  7. Pass40,580 miles (+4,290)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    40,580 miles
    Test number
    365733687057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass36,290 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    36,290 miles
    Test number
    171931941073
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Fail36,290 miles (+2,492)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,290 miles
    Test number
    328150203574
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass33,798 miles (+5,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    33,798 miles
    Test number
    941899598387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass28,721 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    28,721 miles
    Test number
    610709529751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 ARK

Does V7 ARK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 ARK is valid until 20 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 ARK?
The MOT on V7 ARK is valid until 20 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 ARK done?
V7 ARK was recorded at 62,059 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2026, an average of 4,644 miles a year.
Has V7 ARK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 ARK has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 ARK 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 V7 ARK find?
V7 ARK passed its latest MOT on 21 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges, and 2 more.

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