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Vauxhall Zafira

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y281 MVTMOT history

Y281 MVT is a silver petrol Vauxhall Zafira first used on 17 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2023 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 104,853 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2022.

Y281 MVT silver Vauxhall Zafira – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Zafira, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2023
Mileage
104,853 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2022
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,652 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 MVT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Zafira
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
17 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 MVT was last recorded at 104,853 miles on 27 Sept 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,852 miles · 26 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,652 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 104,853 miles
  • 2021 – 102,347 miles
  • 2020 – 100,423 miles
  • 2019 – 99,390 miles
  • 2018 – 95,190 miles
  • 2017 – 92,843 miles
  • 2016 – 89,343 miles
  • 2015 – 86,354 miles
  • 2014 – 83,147 miles
  • 2013 – 80,294 miles
  • 2012 – 77,251 miles
  • 2011 – 74,688 miles
  • 2010 – 68,804 miles
  • 2009 – 63,091 miles
  • 2008 – 57,520 miles
  • 2007 – 50,957 miles
  • 2006 – 44,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,853 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,853 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    104,853 miles
    Test number
    475557930447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail104,852 miles (+2,505)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,852 miles
    Test number
    677756633286
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation 41% (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass102,347 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    102,347 miles
    Test number
    899023644223
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not inspected / items in boot

  4. Fail102,346 miles (+1,923)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,346 miles
    Test number
    261758389294
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts not inspected / items in boot

  5. Pass100,423 miles (+1,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    100,423 miles
    Test number
    350468926643
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass99,390 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,390 miles
    Test number
    851272015247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,390 miles (+4,200)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,390 miles
    Test number
    149823223291
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass95,190 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,190 miles
    Test number
    489872337739
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail95,190 miles (+2,347)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,190 miles
    Test number
    842495669388
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 2 brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded 1 brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass92,843 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    92,843 miles
    Test number
    263681935498
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail92,843 miles (+3,500)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,843 miles
    Test number
    871507842127
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass89,343 miles (+2,989)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,343 miles
    Test number
    875592061494
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded To cynlinder (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded To cynlinder (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  13. Pass86,354 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    848668601632
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  14. Fail86,354 miles (+3,207)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,354 miles
    Test number
    415720915857
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  15. Pass83,147 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    83,147 miles
    Test number
    487370094222
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  16. Fail83,147 miles (+2,853)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,147 miles
    Test number
    187689784275
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  17. Pass80,294 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,294 miles
    Test number
    298131993261
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail80,293 miles (+3,042)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,293 miles
    Test number
    285881393270
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass77,251 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    77,251 miles
    Test number
    267362882222
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteExhaust middle section corroded at rear flange
    • NoteNo spare wheel fitted, carrier still secure at time of test
    • NoteService indicator on

  20. Fail77,251 miles (+2,563)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,251 miles
    Test number
    326890882257
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteExhaust middle section corroded at rear flange
    • NoteNo spare wheel fitted, carrier still secure at time of test
    • NoteService indicator on

  21. Pass74,688 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    74,688 miles
    Test number
    508718771266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail74,655 miles (+1,063)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,655 miles
    Test number
    297717571282
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  23. Pass73,592 miles (+4,788)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,592 miles
    Test number
    269632241056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass68,804 miles (+5,713)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    68,804 miles
    Test number
    460745950068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass63,091 miles (+5,571)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,091 miles
    Test number
    101083949465
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass57,520 miles (+6,563)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    57,520 miles
    Test number
    580242258075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,957 miles (+6,684)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    50,957 miles
    Test number
    282608447094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass44,273 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    44,273 miles
    Test number
    722565956070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about Y281 MVT

Does Y281 MVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y281 MVT expired on 17 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y281 MVT?
The MOT on Y281 MVT expired on 17 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y281 MVT done?
Y281 MVT was recorded at 104,853 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2022, an average of 3,652 miles a year.
Has Y281 MVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 MVT has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on Y281 MVT 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 Y281 MVT find?
Y281 MVT passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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