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Vauxhall Zafira

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y261 JFGMOT history

Y261 JFG is a silver petrol Vauxhall Zafira first used on 22 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,583 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Dec 2023.

Y261 JFG silver Vauxhall Zafira – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Zafira, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2023
Mileage
99,583 mi
At MOT on 8 Dec 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y261 JFG
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
22 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
8 Dec 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y261 JFG was last recorded at 99,583 miles on 8 Dec 2023, 2,879 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,704 miles · 5 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
2,879 miles
Average per year
3,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 99,583 miles
  • 2022 – 96,704 miles
  • 2021 – 93,264 miles
  • 2020 – 91,047 miles
  • 2019 – 88,268 miles
  • 2018 – 86,368 miles
  • 2017 – 83,673 miles
  • 2016 – 79,546 miles
  • 2015 – 75,016 miles
  • 2014 – 70,630 miles
  • 2013 – 66,079 miles
  • 2012 – 61,319 miles
  • 2011 – 55,948 miles
  • 2010 – 50,683 miles
  • 2009 – 46,327 miles
  • 2008 – 43,336 miles
  • 2007 – 40,025 miles
  • 2006 – 36,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail99,583 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength N/s Rear subframe front mount bracket corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength O/s Rear subframe front mount bracket corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail99,583 miles (+2,879)3 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,583 miles
    Test number
    125415926265
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength N/s Rear subframe front mount bracket corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength O/s Rear subframe front mount bracket corroded and holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass96,704 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,704 miles
    Test number
    710509032690
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail96,704 miles (+3,440)1 dangerous4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,704 miles
    Test number
    380407977649
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass93,264 miles (+1)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,264 miles
    Test number
    614773161947
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail93,263 miles (+4)4 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,263 miles
    Test number
    756292527513
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail93,259 miles (+2,212)1 dangerous4 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,259 miles
    Test number
    686001063998
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront front sub frame mounting points corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sub frame center mounting points corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sub frame center mounting points corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield lose
    • AdvisorySuspension corroded front and rear

  7. Pass91,047 miles (+2,779)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    91,047 miles
    Test number
    496836405559
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sub frame rear mounting points corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle mounting bracket (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front sub frame rear mounting points corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront sub frame rear mounting points corroding

  8. Pass88,268 miles (+1,900)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,268 miles
    Test number
    788244886593
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass86,368 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    86,368 miles
    Test number
    180474347765
    • AdvisoryCentral small exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryFront both wiper blades small splits on ends
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rigid brake pipe rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear and front suspension mounts rusty

  10. Fail86,368 miles (+2,695)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,368 miles
    Test number
    758793524152
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel pipe insecure pipe hanging down (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral small exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryFront both wiper blades small splits on ends
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rigid brake pipe rusty
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryRear and front suspension mounts rusty

  11. Pass83,673 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    83,673 miles
    Test number
    802369796840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on edges

  12. Fail83,673 miles (+4,127)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,673 miles
    Test number
    556487037322
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on edges

  13. Pass79,546 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    79,546 miles
    Test number
    647177716626
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail79,546 miles (+4,530)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,546 miles
    Test number
    246011944300
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass75,016 miles (+4,386)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,016 miles
    Test number
    988155555117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Pass70,630 miles (+87)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,630 miles
    Test number
    806571164176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail70,543 miles (+4,464)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,543 miles
    Test number
    877487654114
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  18. Pass66,079 miles (+4,760)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,079 miles
    Test number
    376024963141
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteBoth front brake discs corroded
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges close to limit
    • NoteCenter and rear exhaust flanges heavily corroded
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  19. Pass61,319 miles (+32)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,319 miles
    Test number
    346662552139
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing

  20. Fail61,287 miles (+5,339)5 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,287 miles
    Test number
    375789342198
    • FailureNearside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteExhaust backbox to center section corroded at join
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perishing

  21. Pass55,948 miles (+5,265)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,948 miles
    Test number
    738864451163
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass50,683 miles (+4,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    50,683 miles
    Test number
    903306840124
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Pass46,327 miles (+2,991)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    46,327 miles
    Test number
    161500369106
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass43,336 miles (+3,311)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,336 miles
    Test number
    750996758141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass40,025 miles (+3,489)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,025 miles
    Test number
    141978557135
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass36,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    36,536 miles
    Test number
    740467956118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y261 JFG

Does Y261 JFG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y261 JFG expired on 13 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y261 JFG?
The MOT on Y261 JFG expired on 13 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y261 JFG done?
Y261 JFG was recorded at 99,583 miles at its MOT on 8 Dec 2023, an average of 3,601 miles a year.
Has Y261 JFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y261 JFG has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on Y261 JFG 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 JFG find?
Y261 JFG failed its latest MOT on 8 Dec 2023 with 3 major defects, 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s rear subframe front mount bracket corroded and holed; offside rear position lamp not working; offside rear subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s rear subframe front mount bracket corroded and holed, and 5 more.

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