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Vauxhall Vectra

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,597 cc

Y296 WVVMOT history

Y296 WVV is a black petrol Vauxhall Vectra first used on 30 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 170,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
170,708 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,088 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 WVV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Vectra
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,597 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y296 WVV was last recorded at 170,708 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 7,491 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
163,217 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,491 miles
Average per year
5,088 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,708 miles
  • 2024 – 163,217 miles
  • 2023 – 159,094 miles
  • 2018 – 151,949 miles
  • 2017 – 143,222 miles
  • 2016 – 140,196 miles
  • 2015 – 136,034 miles
  • 2014 – 130,950 miles
  • 2013 – 123,446 miles
  • 2012 – 114,418 miles
  • 2011 – 105,774 miles
  • 2010 – 97,397 miles
  • 2009 – 92,683 miles
  • 2008 – 84,145 miles
  • 2007 – 79,804 miles
  • 2006 – 70,412 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,708 miles
  • MinorRegistration 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near bulkhead

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass170,708 miles (+7,491)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    170,708 miles
    Test number
    736179353046
    • MinorRegistration 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass163,217 miles (+14)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    163,217 miles
    Test number
    279097788663
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail163,203 miles (+39)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,203 miles
    Test number
    166312976564
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Near bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Fail163,164 miles (+4,070)5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,164 miles
    Test number
    932283568990
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged A.B.S. ring broken. (1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On lower bulk head . (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass159,094 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    159,094 miles
    Test number
    446468257518
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail159,094 miles (+7,145)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,094 miles
    Test number
    878054821917
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass151,949 miles (+8,727)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    151,949 miles
    Test number
    237614789063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass143,222 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    143,222 miles
    Test number
    712820017602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail143,220 miles (+3,024)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,220 miles
    Test number
    514290246368
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass140,196 miles (+4,162)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    140,196 miles
    Test number
    191799560858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass136,034 miles (+5,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    136,034 miles
    Test number
    567175375123
    • 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)

  12. Pass130,950 miles (+7,504)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    130,950 miles
    Test number
    767624374112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass123,446 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    123,446 miles
    Test number
    606926573112
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail123,446 miles (+9,028)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,446 miles
    Test number
    418896073109
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass114,418 miles (+8,644)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    114,418 miles
    Test number
    335545572173
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass105,774 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    105,774 miles
    Test number
    697676371192
    • NoteLong hand brake travel

  17. Fail105,774 miles (+8,377)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,774 miles
    Test number
    258299961177
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteLong hand brake travel

  18. Pass97,397 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    97,397 miles
    Test number
    143552360171
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail97,397 miles (+4,714)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,397 miles
    Test number
    353441960108
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass92,683 miles (+8,538)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    92,683 miles
    Test number
    754710479192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass84,145 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    84,145 miles
    Test number
    613967868079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail84,124 miles (+4,320)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,124 miles
    Test number
    162984768090
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass79,804 miles (+9,392)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    79,804 miles
    Test number
    452158467008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass70,412 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    70,412 miles
    Test number
    213553286036
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Questions about Y296 WVV

Does Y296 WVV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y296 WVV is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y296 WVV?
The MOT on Y296 WVV is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y296 WVV done?
Y296 WVV was recorded at 170,708 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 5,088 miles a year.
Has Y296 WVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 WVV has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on Y296 WVV 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 Y296 WVV find?
Y296 WVV passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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