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Vauxhall Brava

White · Diesel · 2001 · 2,499 cc

X61 JDLMOT history

X61 JDL is a white diesel Vauxhall Brava first used on 26 Feb 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 196,609 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
196,609 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
6,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X61 JDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Brava
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,499 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X61 JDL was last recorded at 196,609 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
196,607 miles · 4 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,609 miles
  • 2025 – 189,922 miles
  • 2023 – 189,887 miles
  • 2022 – 187,465 miles
  • 2021 – 182,239 miles
  • 2020 – 176,113 miles
  • 2019 – 170,634 miles
  • 2018 – 163,808 miles
  • 2017 – 153,416 miles
  • 2016 – 144,691 miles
  • 2015 – 139,688 miles
  • 2014 – 131,336 miles
  • 2013 – 123,190 miles
  • 2012 – 102,029 miles
  • 2011 – 92,712 miles
  • 2010 – 87,181 miles
  • 2008 – 75,517 miles
  • 2007 – 68,525 miles
  • 2006 – 59,411 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,609 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion on front to rear pipes under bonnet

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

34 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,609 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    196,609 miles
    Test number
    415865088593
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail196,607 miles (+6,685)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,607 miles
    Test number
    966096756266
    • MajorNearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill marked yellow (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill marked yellow (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill marked yellow (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass189,922 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    189,922 miles
    Test number
    978322273184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion on front to rear pipes under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Fail189,920 miles (+33)7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,920 miles
    Test number
    533598067268
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing ball joint split pin (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension locking device missing ball joint split pin (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension locking device missing ball joint split pin (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension locking device missing ball joint split pin (5.3.6 (b))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both splitting (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corrosion on front to rear pipes under bonnet (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  5. Fail189,887 miles (+2,422)1 dangerous15 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,887 miles
    Test number
    376091384478
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn Rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front spring hanger. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill panel. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Leaf spring shackle pin or bush excessively worn Rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill panel. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front spring hanger. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive In Cab. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass187,465 miles (+5,226)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    187,465 miles
    Test number
    569263485558
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass182,239 miles (+6,126)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    182,239 miles
    Test number
    104536417618
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. Pass176,113 miles (+5,479)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    176,113 miles
    Test number
    310241056323
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass170,634 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    170,634 miles
    Test number
    726007564009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Fail170,634 miles (+6,826)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,634 miles
    Test number
    823554610477
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass163,808 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    163,808 miles
    Test number
    473204037657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassie slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tow bar bolt in poor condtion
  12. Fail163,808 miles (+10,392)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,808 miles
    Test number
    668790834285
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassie slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tow bar bolt in poor condtion
  13. Pass153,416 miles (+8,725)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    153,416 miles
    Test number
    320747008191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass144,691 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    144,691 miles
    Test number
    163964416583
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassie has heavy corrsion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt slightly slow to return
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear not opening from out side
  15. Fail144,691 miles (+5,003)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,691 miles
    Test number
    584079345801
    • Repaired at testFront position lamp(s) not working both front (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear chassie has heavy corrsion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt slightly slow to return
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear not opening from out side
  16. Pass139,688 miles (+2)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    139,688 miles
    Test number
    559638815219
    • NoteBoth rear tyres 3mm
    • NoteN/s/f tyre 3mm
    • NoteO/s/f tyre 4mm
    • NoteSlight play o/s/f wheel bearing
  17. Fail139,686 miles (+8,350)7 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,686 miles
    Test number
    439126515299
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres 3mm
    • NoteN/s/f tyre 3mm
    • NoteO/s/f tyre 4mm
    • NoteSlight play o/s/f wheel bearing
  18. Fail131,336 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,336 miles
    Test number
    566326914235
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass131,336 miles (+8,146)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    131,336 miles
    Test number
    906176014291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass123,190 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    123,190 miles
    Test number
    316267313491
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  21. Fail123,190 miles (+21,161)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,190 miles
    Test number
    699057613244
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in prop-shaft centre bearing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Pass102,029 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,029 miles
    Test number
    816716972025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail102,016 miles (+9,304)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,016 miles
    Test number
    268584372036
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  24. Pass92,712 miles (+5,531)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    92,712 miles
    Test number
    177456461470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass87,181 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    87,181 miles
    Test number
    112581660468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail87,179 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,179 miles
    Test number
    644557750009
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
  27. Pass81,371 km1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    81,371 km
    Test number
    170301879019
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  28. Fail81,371 km1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,371 km
    Test number
    754401479050
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  29. Pass75,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    75,517 miles
    Test number
    983973158078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail75,517 miles (+6,992)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,517 miles
    Test number
    132683558458
    • FailureHeadlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteMain beam warning light stays on with all lights
  31. Pass68,525 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    68,525 miles
    Test number
    753173677011
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
  32. Fail68,525 miles (+9,114)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,525 miles
    Test number
    284232677007
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteDamage to front number plate
    • NotePower steering belt adjustment
  33. Pass59,411 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    59,411 miles
    Test number
    472203656027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail59,411 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,411 miles
    Test number
    130922156403
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Leaf spring has a deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Questions about X61 JDL

Does X61 JDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X61 JDL is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X61 JDL?
The MOT on X61 JDL is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X61 JDL done?
X61 JDL was recorded at 196,609 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 6,848 miles a year.
Has X61 JDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X61 JDL has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X61 JDL 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 X61 JDL find?
X61 JDL passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: brake pedal wearing smooth; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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