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Vauxhall Zafira

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y242 BGJMOT history

Y242 BGJ is a silver petrol Vauxhall Zafira first used on 24 Apr 2001. Its MOT expired on 30 Jan 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 94,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2023.

Y242 BGJ silver Vauxhall Zafira – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Zafira, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jan 2024
Mileage
94,996 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2022
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,887 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 BGJ
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
24 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 BGJ was last recorded at 94,996 miles on 17 Jan 2022, 6,329 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,667 miles · 25 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
6,329 miles
Average per year
4,887 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 94,996 miles
  • 2021 – 88,667 miles
  • 2020 – 85,776 miles
  • 2019 – 81,958 miles
  • 2018 – 78,061 miles
  • 2014 – 61,684 miles
  • 2011 – 43,099 miles
  • 2009 – 27,926 miles
  • 2007 – 22,222 miles
  • 2006 – 17,744 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear light accident damage

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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Heavy corrosion to metal fuel pipe across bulkhead

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine Management Light is on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    430412381699
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear light accident damage

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    409145071816
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear light accident damage

  3. Pass94,996 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,996 miles
    Test number
    492189365571
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory195 65 15 91 h
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread is coming of in little bits strong advisory (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface pitted and disk back plate badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is going out of shape slightly and has wear on inner edge 2013 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning on dash pads look ok
    • AdvisoryFront pipe flex poor condition

  4. Fail94,981 miles (+6,314)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,981 miles
    Test number
    291295753863
    • MajorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible badly delaminated (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory195 65 15 91 h
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tread is coming of in little bits strong advisory (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface pitted and disk back plate badly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is going out of shape slightly and has wear on inner edge 2013 dot code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning on dash pads look ok
    • AdvisoryEml light displayed pre july 2003
    • AdvisoryFront pipe flex poor condition

  5. Pass88,667 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,667 miles
    Test number
    925716355900
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust section corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to metal fuel pipe across bulkhead
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail88,667 miles (+2,891)2 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,667 miles
    Test number
    194969901462
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust section corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to metal fuel pipe across bulkhead
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass85,776 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,776 miles
    Test number
    268743688235
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to metal fuel pipe across bulkhead
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail85,774 miles1 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,774 miles
    Test number
    406823186343
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front-rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to metal fuel pipe across bulkhead
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil warning light flashing

  9. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    320194019399
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material centre (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail81,958 miles (+3,897)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,958 miles
    Test number
    643776548921
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Play in top strut mount. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass78,061 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    78,061 miles
    Test number
    399567155150
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light remains on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail78,060 miles2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,060 miles
    Test number
    179717931647
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light remains on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    806497599342
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. FailMileage not read2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    348804908475
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    538656401817
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light is on
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded close to limits (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  16. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    426150225065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass61,684 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    61,684 miles
    Test number
    636841824060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteDeterioration at rear of Exhaust system

  18. PassMileage not read2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    877332523097
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDeterioration at rear of Exhaust system
    • NoteScuffing of nearside rear Tyre outer sidewall

  19. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    888422123039
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDeterioration at rear of Exhaust system
    • NoteScuffing of nearside rear Tyre outer sidewall

  20. PassMileage not read3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    176080922070
    • NoteDeteriation at rear of exhaust system
    • NoteScuffing of nearside front tyre outer sidewall
    • NoteScuffing of nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  21. Pass43,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    43,099 miles
    Test number
    868478001084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. PassMileage not read3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    773511820020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear Tyres show deteriation and start of "stepping" of inner edge

  23. Pass27,926 miles (+5,704)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    27,926 miles
    Test number
    800539409035
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass22,222 miles (+1,426)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    22,222 miles
    Test number
    814123557378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,796 miles (+3,052)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    20,796 miles
    Test number
    431020607184
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisorySteering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay to anti-roll bar link pins
    • NoteWipers in poor condition

  26. Pass17,744 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    17,744 miles
    Test number
    192657586050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y242 BGJ

Does Y242 BGJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 BGJ expired on 30 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 BGJ?
The MOT on Y242 BGJ expired on 30 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 BGJ done?
Y242 BGJ was recorded at 94,996 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2022, an average of 4,887 miles a year.
Has Y242 BGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 BGJ has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on Y242 BGJ 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 Y242 BGJ find?
Y242 BGJ passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear light accident damage.

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