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Vauxhall Zafira

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y231 RUTMOT history

Y231 RUT is a green petrol Vauxhall Zafira first used on 8 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 32 MOT tests, with 160,762 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Nov 2024.

Y231 RUT green Vauxhall Zafira – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Zafira, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Nov 2024
Mileage
160,762 mi
At MOT on 30 Nov 2023
MOT tests
32
18 passed · 14 failed
Per year
5,506 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y231 RUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Zafira
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
8 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Nov 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y231 RUT was last recorded at 160,762 miles on 30 Nov 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 29 May 2012: 117,578 miles, lower than 117,677 miles on 28 May 2012.
  • 18 Nov 2022: 160,115 miles, lower than 167,703 miles on 23 Nov 2021.

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
160,760 miles · 28 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,506 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,762 miles
  • 2022 – 160,116 miles
  • 2021 – 167,703 miles
  • 2020 – 153,613 miles
  • 2019 – 150,573 miles
  • 2018 – 147,139 miles
  • 2017 – 143,479 miles
  • 2016 – 140,779 miles
  • 2015 – 137,981 miles
  • 2014 – 133,285 miles
  • 2013 – 125,390 miles
  • 2012 – 117,578 miles
  • 2011 – 108,654 miles
  • 2010 – 101,020 miles
  • 2009 – 94,025 miles
  • 2008 – 88,898 miles
  • 2007 – 75,484 miles
  • 2006 – 64,215 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousBrake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded font to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

What MOT failures 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material starting to corrode offside front. Near side front. near side front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read2 dangerous6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    195827782861
    • DangerousBrake master cylinder leaking (1.1.10 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded font to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))

  2. Pass160,762 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    160,762 miles
    Test number
    178414313374
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material starting to corrode offside front. Near side front. near side front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Fail160,760 miles (+644)2 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,760 miles
    Test number
    355889233615
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material starting to corrode offside front. Near side front. near side front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass160,116 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    160,116 miles
    Test number
    396844562254
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail160,115 miles (-7,588)10 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,115 miles
    Test number
    950818754146
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass167,703 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    167,703 miles
    Test number
    909239640345
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail167,701 miles (+14,088)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,701 miles
    Test number
    374470908589
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Offside lowest (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Offside lowest (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass153,613 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    153,613 miles
    Test number
    738568288777
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail153,613 miles (+3,040)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,613 miles
    Test number
    385480920982
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass150,573 miles (+3,434)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    150,573 miles
    Test number
    594424641870
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass147,139 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    147,139 miles
    Test number
    687949062674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail147,137 miles (+3,658)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,137 miles
    Test number
    265247082518
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  13. Pass143,479 miles (+2,700)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    143,479 miles
    Test number
    639322975264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass140,779 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    140,779 miles
    Test number
    274809604907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail140,774 miles (+2,793)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,774 miles
    Test number
    746614049331
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer missing (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail137,981 miles2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,981 miles
    Test number
    299848135463
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass137,981 miles (+4,696)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    137,981 miles
    Test number
    359128935155
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass133,285 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    133,285 miles
    Test number
    927711444171
    • NoteNear and off side rear back plate dust cover rusting

  19. Fail133,285 miles (+7,895)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,285 miles
    Test number
    238591344108
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteNear and off side rear back plate dust cover rusting

  20. Pass125,390 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    125,390 miles
    Test number
    525167223111
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Fail125,390 miles (+7,812)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,390 miles
    Test number
    669247323141
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass117,578 miles (-99)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    117,578 miles
    Test number
    937570152164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail117,677 miles (+9,023)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,677 miles
    Test number
    467819742185
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Fail108,654 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,654 miles
    Test number
    347059621155
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass108,654 miles (+7,634)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    108,654 miles
    Test number
    727129021111
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass101,020 miles (+6,995)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    101,020 miles
    Test number
    202050740125
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNear side door dose not open

  27. Pass94,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2010
    Odometer
    94,025 miles
    Test number
    522675239171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail94,025 miles (+5,127)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,025 miles
    Test number
    422675039125
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield insecure

  29. Pass88,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2009
    Odometer
    88,898 miles
    Test number
    643447038179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail88,898 miles (+13,414)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,898 miles
    Test number
    633697738116
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Tailgate cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteEngine management light lit on dash

  31. Pass75,484 miles (+11,269)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    75,484 miles
    Test number
    682930737186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  32. Pass64,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    64,215 miles
    Test number
    243518336425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y231 RUT

Does Y231 RUT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y231 RUT expired on 29 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y231 RUT?
The MOT on Y231 RUT expired on 29 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y231 RUT done?
Y231 RUT was recorded at 160,762 miles at its MOT on 30 Nov 2023, an average of 5,506 miles a year.
Has Y231 RUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y231 RUT has failed 14 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on Y231 RUT ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 29 May 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y231 RUT find?
Y231 RUT failed its latest MOT on 4 Nov 2024 with 2 dangerous defects, 6 major defects and 3 advisories: brake master cylinder leaking; nearside front brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction, and 8 more.

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