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Vauxhall Zafira

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y251 OUJMOT history

Y251 OUJ is a red petrol Vauxhall Zafira first used on 26 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 11 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 151,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Oct 2023.

Y251 OUJ red Vauxhall Zafira – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Zafira, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Oct 2023
Mileage
151,381 mi
At MOT on 4 Oct 2023
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
3,863 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 OUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Zafira
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
4 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y251 OUJ was last recorded at 151,381 miles on 4 Oct 2023, 1,779 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,602 miles · 7 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
1,779 miles
Average per year
3,863 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 151,381 miles
  • 2022 – 149,602 miles
  • 2021 – 147,155 miles
  • 2020 – 144,650 miles
  • 2019 – 142,355 miles
  • 2018 – 139,012 miles
  • 2017 – 136,512 miles
  • 2016 – 133,466 miles
  • 2015 – 130,167 miles
  • 2014 – 127,960 miles
  • 2013 – 125,248 miles
  • 2012 – 121,931 miles
  • 2011 – 119,112 miles
  • 2010 – 114,800 miles
  • 2009 – 111,053 miles
  • 2008 – 102,427 miles
  • 2006 – 85,710 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail151,381 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust condition (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Both rear back plates corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail151,381 miles (+1,779)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,381 miles
    Test number
    336809842432
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to exhaust condition (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass149,602 miles (+2,447)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    149,602 miles
    Test number
    603236706663
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • 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 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear back plates corroded

  3. Pass147,155 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    147,155 miles
    Test number
    201979127303
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear back plates corroded

  4. Fail147,155 miles (+2,505)2 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,155 miles
    Test number
    933309900594
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play very slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear brake pipes by flexi's (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear back plates corroded

  5. Pass144,650 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    144,650 miles
    Test number
    266957436961
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail144,648 miles (+2,293)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,648 miles
    Test number
    687990978591
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass142,355 miles (+14)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    142,355 miles
    Test number
    320206175923
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear back plates corroded

  8. Fail142,341 miles (+3,329)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,341 miles
    Test number
    359674254711
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front drop link slight play
    • AdvisoryRear tyre pressures low

  9. Pass139,012 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    139,012 miles
    Test number
    468303166692
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded

  10. Fail139,012 miles (+2,500)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,012 miles
    Test number
    271201508930
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre also slightly out of shape (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear brake back plates corroded

  11. Pass136,512 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,512 miles
    Test number
    861224492398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate corroded

  12. Fail136,512 miles (+3,046)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,512 miles
    Test number
    750498876910
    • FailureNearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre distorted
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake backing plate corroded

  13. Pass133,466 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    133,466 miles
    Test number
    817930758758
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail133,466 miles (+3,299)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,466 miles
    Test number
    613560435528
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureBraking system leaking front to rear pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass130,167 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    130,167 miles
    Test number
    355386995159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail130,167 miles (+2,207)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,167 miles
    Test number
    225804795132
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  17. Pass127,960 miles (+2,712)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    127,960 miles
    Test number
    867043914284
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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 Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass125,248 miles (+14)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    125,248 miles
    Test number
    689039383195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteRear discs corroded
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroded

  19. Fail125,234 miles (+3,303)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,234 miles
    Test number
    968566383145
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront discs corroded
    • NoteRear discs corroded
    • NoteRear metal brake pipes corroded

  20. Pass121,931 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    121,931 miles
    Test number
    596130122203
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust sections heavy corrosion at joint

  21. Fail121,916 miles (+2,804)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,916 miles
    Test number
    247610822206
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre and rear exhaust sections heavy corrosion at joint

  22. Pass119,112 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    119,112 miles
    Test number
    856499591101
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to brake pipes at rear
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust, heavy in places
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteOsf brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOsr tyre wearing on edges

  23. Fail119,112 miles (+4,312)2 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,112 miles
    Test number
    989599091186
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteCorrosion to brake pipes at rear
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust, heavy in places
    • NoteNsf tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteOsf brake pipe corroded
    • NoteOsr tyre wearing on edges

  24. Pass114,800 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    114,800 miles
    Test number
    161918180140
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront and rear disc,s marked

  25. Fail114,800 miles (+3,747)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,800 miles
    Test number
    254538980426
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteFront and rear disc,s marked

  26. Pass111,053 miles (+8,626)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    111,053 miles
    Test number
    552651809225
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass102,427 miles (+16,717)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    102,427 miles
    Test number
    293236778108
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  28. Pass85,710 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    85,710 miles
    Test number
    961066976268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail85,710 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,710 miles
    Test number
    880926576214
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront & rear pads on limit

Questions about Y251 OUJ

Does Y251 OUJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y251 OUJ expired on 11 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y251 OUJ?
The MOT on Y251 OUJ expired on 11 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y251 OUJ done?
Y251 OUJ was recorded at 151,381 miles at its MOT on 4 Oct 2023, an average of 3,863 miles a year.
Has Y251 OUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 OUJ has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on Y251 OUJ 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 Y251 OUJ find?
Y251 OUJ failed its latest MOT on 4 Oct 2023 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: emissions unable to be completed due to exhaust condition; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; offside headlamp not working on dipped beam, and 3 more.

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