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Vauxhall Zafira

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y273 HVHMOT history

Y273 HVH is a blue petrol Vauxhall Zafira first used on 1 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 137,910 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2025.

Y273 HVH blue Vauxhall Zafira – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Zafira, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2026
Mileage
137,910 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,957 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y273 HVH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Zafira
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y273 HVH was last recorded at 137,910 miles on 10 Jan 2025, 1,449 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,461 miles · 27 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
1,449 miles
Average per year
4,957 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,910 miles
  • 2023 – 136,461 miles
  • 2022 – 134,163 miles
  • 2021 – 129,830 miles
  • 2020 – 127,651 miles
  • 2019 – 123,695 miles
  • 2018 – 118,913 miles
  • 2017 – 115,170 miles
  • 2016 – 109,546 miles
  • 2015 – 104,253 miles
  • 2014 – 96,610 miles
  • 2012 – 86,379 miles
  • 2011 – 81,701 miles
  • 2010 – 76,891 miles
  • 2009 – 72,770 miles
  • 2008 – 64,468 miles
  • 2007 – 55,925 miles
  • 2006 – 46,198 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,910 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both central front to rears

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 12 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,910 miles (+1,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    137,910 miles
    Test number
    456542874210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass136,461 miles (+2,298)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    136,461 miles
    Test number
    381187280734
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,163 miles (+170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    134,163 miles
    Test number
    921832366611
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail133,993 miles (+4,163)8 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,993 miles
    Test number
    167963418766
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate inscription illegible damaged (0.1 (b))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to low on fuel (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded to caliper/flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass129,830 miles (+2,179)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    129,830 miles
    Test number
    996283409406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass127,651 miles (+46)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    127,651 miles
    Test number
    791827412223
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both central front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective cords exposed

  7. Fail127,605 miles (+3,910)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,605 miles
    Test number
    974302841758
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded marked yellow (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both central front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective cords exposed

  8. Pass123,695 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    123,695 miles
    Test number
    748132697832
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Both centre) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail123,686 miles (+4,773)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,686 miles
    Test number
    957912131978
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Both centre) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass118,913 miles (+3,743)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    118,913 miles
    Test number
    290160213107
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass115,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,170 miles
    Test number
    637809944336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail115,170 miles (+5,624)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,170 miles
    Test number
    474688510274
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases broken (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass109,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    109,546 miles
    Test number
    995088573880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail109,546 miles (+5,293)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,546 miles
    Test number
    404339084252
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both front and n/s/r (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass104,253 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    104,253 miles
    Test number
    625555955056
    • 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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAll of vehicles brake pipes heavily greased
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  16. Fail104,253 miles (+7,643)3 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,253 miles
    Test number
    976645855047
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteAll of vehicles brake pipes heavily greased
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  17. Pass96,610 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    96,610 miles
    Test number
    689069924021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail96,610 miles (+10,231)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,610 miles
    Test number
    739019524020
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass86,379 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    86,379 miles
    Test number
    377760302216
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail86,379 miles (+4,678)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,379 miles
    Test number
    336270402221
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass81,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    81,701 miles
    Test number
    255332391416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail81,701 miles (+4,810)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,701 miles
    Test number
    428372391102
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass76,891 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    76,891 miles
    Test number
    711385760181
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  24. Fail76,887 miles (+4,117)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,887 miles
    Test number
    941925760191
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureRear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  25. Pass72,770 miles (+8,302)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    72,770 miles
    Test number
    960619329111
    • 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)

  26. Pass64,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    64,468 miles
    Test number
    232107298147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail64,468 miles (+8,543)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,468 miles
    Test number
    260317398478
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  28. Pass55,925 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    55,925 miles
    Test number
    222881397419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail55,925 miles (+9,727)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,925 miles
    Test number
    634151597104
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  30. Pass46,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    46,198 miles
    Test number
    301983996189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y273 HVH

Does Y273 HVH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y273 HVH expired on 9 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y273 HVH?
The MOT on Y273 HVH expired on 9 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y273 HVH done?
Y273 HVH was recorded at 137,910 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2025, an average of 4,957 miles a year.
Has Y273 HVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y273 HVH has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y273 HVH 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 Y273 HVH find?
Y273 HVH passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; offside front lower vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner floor; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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