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Vauxhall Vectra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y261 ABDMOT history

Y261 ABD is a blue petrol Vauxhall Vectra first used on 30 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Apr 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 182,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Apr 2026
Mileage
182,448 mi
At MOT on 14 Apr 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 ABD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vectra
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y261 ABD was last recorded at 182,448 miles on 14 Apr 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,444 miles · 31 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 182,448 miles
  • 2020 – 173,769 miles
  • 2011 – 95,044 miles
  • 2010 – 87,011 miles
  • 2008 – 68,566 miles
  • 2007 – 58,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass182,448 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor/chassis (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass182,448 miles (+4)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    182,448 miles
    Test number
    549116772587
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor/chassis (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Fail182,444 miles7 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,444 miles
    Test number
    674060697555
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor/chassis corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor/chassis (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    820974058162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    485696669458
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    569050850112
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights slightly fogged over
  6. Pass173,769 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    173,769 miles
    Test number
    577059268386
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Fail173,769 miles1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,769 miles
    Test number
    446992070760
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  8. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    183459732660
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. PassMileage not read8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    881355695152
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside and nearside front chassis
  10. FailMileage not read5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    259361274098
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to offside and nearside front chassis
  11. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    119865246237
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis corroded
  12. FailMileage not read6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    307880787154
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front split in tyre inner sidewall
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chassis corroded
  13. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    128250926384
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  14. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    536682315175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. FailMileage not read6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    249027905129
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    477804814151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
  17. FailMileage not read2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    989684314130
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
  18. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    625775213134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. FailMileage not read6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    429264413126
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  20. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    108511112129
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
  21. FailMileage not read2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    268309702140
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
  22. Pass95,044 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    95,044 miles
    Test number
    546018841061
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteOffside rear disc badly corroded on outside edge
  23. Fail95,044 miles (+8,033)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,044 miles
    Test number
    638767241084
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine managment light on
    • NoteOffside rear disc badly corroded on outside edge
  24. Pass87,011 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    87,011 miles
    Test number
    190616930081
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
  25. FailMileage not read8 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    262666720034
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
  26. Pass68,566 miles (+10,047)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    68,566 miles
    Test number
    954591088243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteDriver's door mirror cracked view not seriously deteriorated
  27. Pass58,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    58,519 miles
    Test number
    361446657233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail58,519 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,519 miles
    Test number
    732576357225
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  29. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    451695816223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y261 ABD

Does Y261 ABD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y261 ABD expired on 13 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y261 ABD?
The MOT on Y261 ABD expired on 13 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y261 ABD done?
Y261 ABD was recorded at 182,448 miles at its MOT on 14 Apr 2025, an average of 7,047 miles a year.
Has Y261 ABD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 ABD has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on Y261 ABD 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 Y261 ABD find?
Y261 ABD passed its latest MOT on 14 Apr 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 2 more.

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