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H178 OPY

MOTExpired

MOT due3 Apr 2026

First reg31 Dec 1991

Mileage82,549 mi

Tax—

Tax due—

Vehicle age

34 years and 6 months

Fuel

Petrol

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MOT history

As of 9 April 2026.

FAILED · 25 Mar 2026

Test date25 Mar 2026

Expiry—

Test number330465567092

Mileage82,549 mi

MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

MajorVehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both front chassis rails (6.1.1 (c) (i))

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill multiple areas, and under step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorNearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under step (6.1.1 (c) (i))

AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced battery tray (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch 2 areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch multiple areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch, sill end cap (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill end cap and inner+outer wheel arch lip (6.1.1 (c) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both leaf mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both leaf mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper strut mount in cab (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper strut mount in cab (5.3.6 (a) (i))

PASSED · 4 Apr 2025

Test date4 Apr 2025

Expiry3 Apr 2026

Test number600042426929

Mileage81,456 mi

AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Advisoryprevious welding repairs in poor condition

Advisorygearbox bearings noisy

FAILED · 17 Mar 2025

Test date17 Mar 2025

Expiry—

Test number848466912754

Mileage81,455 mi

MajorService brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Advisoryprevious welding repairs to all inner arches and sills poor condition

MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

DangerousParking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has no recorded effort at a wheel both, due to broken handbrake cable (1.3.1 (a) (ii))

MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))

PASSED · 25 Mar 2024

Test date25 Mar 2024

Expiry24 Mar 2025

Test number340561959150

Mileage80,909 mi

AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

FAILED · 18 Mar 2024

Test date18 Mar 2024

Expiry—

Test number492832335980

Mileage80,906 mi

AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Several areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))

MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill, several holes (5.3.6 (a) (i))

MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

AdvisoryCoolant leak

PASSED · 4 Jan 2023

Test date4 Jan 2023

Expiry3 Jan 2024

Test number296476654696

Mileage78,245 mi

FAILED · 22 Dec 2022

Test date22 Dec 2022

Expiry—

Test number931611024728

Mileage78,243 mi

DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))

MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryUnderside heavily undersealed.

FAILED · 6 Dec 2022

Test date6 Dec 2022

Expiry—

Test number175786142049

Mileage78,240 mi

MajorAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

MinorDriver's door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

MajorWindscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Back Panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Back panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

MajorNearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Tie Rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

AdvisoryInner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floors (5.3.6 (a) (i))

AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

PASSED · 5 Dec 2020

Test date5 Dec 2020

Expiry4 Dec 2021

Test number204325779922

Mileage77,201 mi

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

FAILED · 1 Dec 2020

Test date1 Dec 2020

Expiry—

Test number722260421095

Mileage77,201 mi

MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

MajorRear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

FAILED · 4 Sep 2020

Test date4 Sep 2020

Expiry—

Test number993117380313

Mileage77,189 mi

MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect beam kick sticker (4.1.2 (c))

MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced spring hanger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front of wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced wheel arch in 5 places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

MajorIntegral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced both outer sills not seam welded to inner sills (6.1.1 (a) (i))

PASSED · 18 Feb 2019

Test date18 Feb 2019

Expiry17 Feb 2020

Test number360923549386

Mileage75,995 mi

AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

FAILED · 2 Aug 2018

Test date2 Aug 2018

Expiry—

Test number124252987404

Mileage75,989 mi

MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

PASSED · 1 Jun 2016

Test date1 Jun 2016

Expiry30 Jun 2017

Test number798159514098

Mileage74,888 mi

AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

PASSED · 1 Jul 2015

Test date1 Jul 2015

Expiry30 Jun 2016

Test number359662385191

Mileage74,118 mi

PASSED · 8 May 2014

Test date8 May 2014

Expiry2 Jun 2015

Test number539688924107

Mileage72,880 mi

PASSED · 3 May 2013

Test date3 May 2013

Expiry2 Jun 2014

Test number288703223441

Mileage71,818 mi

AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

PASSED · 9 May 2012

Test date9 May 2012

Expiry2 Jun 2013

Test number768770732131

Mileage71,053 mi

AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

FAILED · 4 May 2012

Test date4 May 2012

Expiry—

Test number488935322187

Mileage71,053 mi

FailNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

FailNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

FailOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

FailNearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

PASSED · 3 Jun 2011

Test date3 Jun 2011

Expiry2 Jun 2012

Test number246894251494

Mileage70,021 mi

AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

PASSED · 13 May 2010

Test date13 May 2010

Expiry12 May 2011

Test number111573630166

Mileage69,465 mi

User Enteredfront bumper backing an suround corroded

FAILED · 6 May 2010

Test date6 May 2010

Expiry—

Test number710456120143

Mileage69,465 mi

FailRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

FailOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

FailOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

FailFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

FailRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

FailOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

FailNearside Inner Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

FailOffside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

FailNearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

FailNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

FailOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

PASSED · 25 Apr 2008

Test date25 Apr 2008

Expiry13 May 2009

Test number634546318152

Mileage68,798 mi

AdvisoryNearside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryOffside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

PASSED · 14 May 2007

Test date14 May 2007

Expiry13 May 2008

Test number423514137125

Mileage68,570 mi

FAILED · 8 May 2007

Test date8 May 2007

Expiry—

Test number441258027111

Mileage68,517 mi

FailRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

FailNearside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

FailOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

FailOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

FailNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

FailOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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)

PASSED · 10 Apr 2006

Test date10 Apr 2006

Expiry4 May 2007

Test number854610806167

Mileage66,860 mi

FAILED · 5 Apr 2006

Test date5 Apr 2006

Expiry—

Test number812835396092

Mileage66,831 mi

FailRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

FailExhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.3.B.1)

FailNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

FailOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)