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Vauxhall Zafira

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

X56 BEFMOT history

X56 BEF is a silver petrol Vauxhall Zafira first used on 1 Jan 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 148,801 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Nov 2022.

X56 BEF silver Vauxhall Zafira – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Zafira, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Nov 2023
Mileage
148,801 mi
At MOT on 1 Nov 2022
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,833 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X56 BEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Zafira
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X56 BEF was last recorded at 148,801 miles on 1 Nov 2022, 10,312 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,489 miles · 2 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
10,312 miles
Average per year
5,833 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 148,801 miles
  • 2021 – 138,489 miles
  • 2020 – 129,170 miles
  • 2019 – 113,155 miles
  • 2018 – 108,293 miles
  • 2017 – 100,313 miles
  • 2016 – 97,136 miles
  • 2015 – 94,490 miles
  • 2014 – 91,820 miles
  • 2013 – 89,646 miles
  • 2012 – 86,195 miles
  • 2011 – 82,861 miles
  • 2010 – 79,117 miles
  • 2009 – 76,217 miles
  • 2008 – 70,874 miles
  • 2007 – 64,097 miles
  • 2006 – 56,244 miles
  • 2005 – 49,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,801 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,801 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    148,801 miles
    Test number
    792148909535
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail148,801 miles (+10,312)3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,801 miles
    Test number
    805786264084
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass138,489 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,489 miles
    Test number
    321047226939
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail138,489 miles (+9,319)3 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,489 miles
    Test number
    788037529412
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass129,170 miles (+17)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    129,170 miles
    Test number
    605099248137
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail129,153 miles (+15,998)2 dangerous12 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,153 miles
    Test number
    576148324499
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low n/s & o/s (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorTrailer electrical socket likely to become detached deformed and unusable (4.10 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass113,155 miles1 dangerous1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    113,155 miles
    Test number
    595297082555
    • DangerousOffside Front ffog lamp broken sharp edge
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door handle damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryService light on

  8. Fail113,155 miles (+4,862)2 dangerous2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,155 miles
    Test number
    985558578684
    • DangerousFront Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front ffog lamp broken sharp edge
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear door handle damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryService light on

  9. Fail108,293 miles (+7,980)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,293 miles
    Test number
    305809996140
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass100,313 miles (+3,177)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    100,313 miles
    Test number
    927719427138
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass97,136 miles (+2,646)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    97,136 miles
    Test number
    133714026331
    • AdvisoryFront Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass94,490 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    94,490 miles
    Test number
    697257375074
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront petrol pipes corroded

  13. Fail94,490 miles (+2,670)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,490 miles
    Test number
    107845059856
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront petrol pipes corroded

  14. Pass91,820 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    91,820 miles
    Test number
    778003104345
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail91,820 miles (+2,174)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,820 miles
    Test number
    687930304372
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened (2.4.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass89,646 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    89,646 miles
    Test number
    558749603317
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail89,646 miles (+3,451)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,646 miles
    Test number
    728099903322
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass86,195 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    86,195 miles
    Test number
    117635802399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail86,189 miles (+3,328)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,189 miles
    Test number
    587563202341
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  20. Pass82,861 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    82,861 miles
    Test number
    557361401323
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  21. Fail82,855 miles (+3,738)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,855 miles
    Test number
    167229991277
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre incorrectly seated on the wheel rim (4.1.D.1d)
    • FailureOffside Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  22. Fail79,117 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,117 miles
    Test number
    101536890292
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  23. Pass79,117 miles (+2,900)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    79,117 miles
    Test number
    933606690248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass76,217 miles (+5,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    76,217 miles
    Test number
    530030809312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass70,874 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    70,874 miles
    Test number
    652187598256
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Fail70,874 miles (+6,777)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,874 miles
    Test number
    110527998284
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  27. Pass64,097 miles (+7,853)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    64,097 miles
    Test number
    371980407364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass56,244 miles (+6,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    56,244 miles
    Test number
    162040206300
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  29. Pass49,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    49,623 miles
    Test number
    512294005314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X56 BEF

Does X56 BEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X56 BEF expired on 1 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X56 BEF?
The MOT on X56 BEF expired on 1 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X56 BEF done?
X56 BEF was recorded at 148,801 miles at its MOT on 1 Nov 2022, an average of 5,833 miles a year.
Has X56 BEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X56 BEF has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on X56 BEF 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 X56 BEF find?
X56 BEF passed its latest MOT on 1 Nov 2022 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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