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Vauxhall Vectra

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,796 cc

Y285 FNPMOT history

Y285 FNP is a blue petrol Vauxhall Vectra first used on 16 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 May 2027
Mileage
118,664 mi
At MOT on 21 Mar 2018
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 FNP
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
16 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y285 FNP was last recorded at 118,664 miles on 21 Mar 2018, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2018.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Mar 2007: 39,702 miles, lower than 327,871 miles on 9 Mar 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
118,641 miles · 13 Mar 2018
Between the last two tests
23 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2018 – 118,664 miles
  • 2017 – 114,154 miles
  • 2016 – 109,227 miles
  • 2015 – 103,791 miles
  • 2014 – 97,574 miles
  • 2013 – 90,611 miles
  • 2012 – 81,719 miles
  • 2011 – 73,837 miles
  • 2010 – 62,864 miles
  • 2009 – 53,976 miles
  • 2008 – 46,134 miles
  • 2007 – 39,702 miles
  • 2006 – 327,871 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    676360181871
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read2 minor22 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    660437383996
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm bush mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  3. FailMileage not read2 major3 minor23 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    172805790580
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device starting to split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm bush mounting point (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced trailing arm bush mounting point (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded

  4. PassMileage not read1 minor19 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    220357822166
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust joints corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device starting to split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive trailing arm points (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  5. PassMileage not read1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    246708452875
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe from abs pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights both not working
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device starting to split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush that's fitted to the hub where the arm bolts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush that's fitted to the hub where the arm bolts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  6. FailMileage not read1 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    692558403156
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative level device sensor arm missing (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe from abs pump (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights both not working
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device starting to split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush that's fitted to the hub where the arm bolts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush that's fitted to the hub where the arm bolts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  7. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    359787951545
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  8. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    850318398168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    677814289347
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. FailMileage not read8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    133597822239
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded middle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded middle (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    769701289638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass118,664 miles (+23)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    118,664 miles
    Test number
    973607255499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail118,641 miles (+4,487)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,641 miles
    Test number
    850606330867
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass114,154 miles (+4,927)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    114,154 miles
    Test number
    396948546321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass109,227 miles (+5,436)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,227 miles
    Test number
    650438827199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass103,791 miles (+6,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,791 miles
    Test number
    325053765044
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass97,574 miles (+6,963)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    97,574 miles
    Test number
    187159464423
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass90,611 miles (+8,892)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    90,611 miles
    Test number
    715054963039
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass81,719 miles (+7,882)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    81,719 miles
    Test number
    478997962078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass73,837 miles (+10,973)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    73,837 miles
    Test number
    466451561039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass62,864 miles (+8,888)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    62,864 miles
    Test number
    710887750003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRocking steering play in wheel

  22. Pass53,976 miles (+7,842)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    53,976 miles
    Test number
    521205769010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass46,134 miles (+6,432)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    46,134 miles
    Test number
    661781868023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass39,702 miles (-288,169)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    39,702 miles
    Test number
    752274267075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass327,871 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    327,871 miles
    Test number
    913558566035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y285 FNP

Does Y285 FNP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y285 FNP is valid until 6 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y285 FNP?
The MOT on Y285 FNP is valid until 6 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y285 FNP done?
Y285 FNP was recorded at 118,664 miles at its MOT on 21 Mar 2018.
Has Y285 FNP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 FNP has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on Y285 FNP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 5 Mar 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y285 FNP find?
Y285 FNP passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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