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J973 FNJ

MOTExpired

MOT due14 Aug 2025

First reg14 Feb 1992

Mileage100,376 mi

Tax—

Tax due—

Vehicle age

34 years and 4 months

Fuel

Petrol

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MOT history

As of 30 January 2026.

FAILED · 4 Nov 2025

Test date4 Nov 2025

Expiry—

Test number511052256885

Mileage100,376 mi

MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

MajorFront Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

MajorRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

MajorNearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material by master cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting by jacking point (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

MajorExhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

AdvisoryNearside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

AdvisoryOffside Rear Leaf spring anchor bracket corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))

MajorOffside Front Suspension arm insecurely attached bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Advisorybattery getting hot

FAILED · 4 Aug 2025

Test date4 Aug 2025

Expiry—

Test number568149253801

Mileage100,376 mi

AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced centre sill inner holed not in prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under front arches also undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general throughout (6.1.1 (c) (i))

AdvisoryFront Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength hole near brake flexi mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength n/s and o/s sills/arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

PASSED · 15 Aug 2024

Test date15 Aug 2024

Expiry14 Aug 2025

Test number527054229628

Mileage99,422 mi

PASSED · 21 Dec 2018

Test date21 Dec 2018

Expiry20 Dec 2019

Test number671707956448

Mileage99,109 mi

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

FAILED · 20 Dec 2018

Test date20 Dec 2018

Expiry—

Test number856443465005

Mileage99,109 mi

MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

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

MinorOffside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

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

PASSED · 14 Jul 2017

Test date14 Jul 2017

Expiry13 Jul 2018

Test number681328422769

Mileage98,712 mi

FAILED · 12 Jul 2017

Test date12 Jul 2017

Expiry—

Test number598473075769

Mileage98,712 mi

FailNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

FailBrake load sensing valve defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

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

PASSED · 24 Jul 2015

Test date24 Jul 2015

Expiry12 Aug 2016

Test number198775905254

Mileage97,227 mi

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

AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

FAILED · 24 Jul 2015

Test date24 Jul 2015

Expiry—

Test number857855405298

Mileage97,227 mi

FailNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

PASSED · 21 Jul 2014

Test date21 Jul 2014

Expiry12 Aug 2015

Test number329872804283

Mileage93,094 mi

FAILED · 21 Jul 2014

Test date21 Jul 2014

Expiry—

Test number337362704454

Mileage93,094 mi

FailExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

FailExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

FailOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

FailOffside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

PASSED · 13 Aug 2013

Test date13 Aug 2013

Expiry12 Aug 2014

Test number817285723272

Mileage89,429 mi

FAILED · 18 Jul 2013

Test date18 Jul 2013

Expiry—

Test number616489193164

Mileage89,338 mi

FailRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

FailExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

FailRear Brake valve leaking (3.6.A.1)

FailOffside Front Lower Radius arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

FailOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

FailFront Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

PASSED · 11 Jul 2012

Test date11 Jul 2012

Expiry1 Aug 2013

Test number356483592108

Mileage84,594 mi

AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

User Enteredo/s/r light lense damaged

User Enteredsump damaged

User Enteredn/s sill dented

User Enteredrear valance rusty

FAILED · 11 Jul 2012

Test date11 Jul 2012

Expiry—

Test number707643792195

Mileage84,594 mi

PrsFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

FailExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

User Enteredo/s/r light lense damaged

User Enteredsump damaged

User Enteredn/s sill dented

User Enteredrear valance rusty

PASSED · 12 Jul 2011

Test date12 Jul 2011

Expiry1 Aug 2012

Test number365353391138

Mileage80,168 mi

User Enteredcorrosion on rear valance

PASSED · 2 Aug 2010

Test date2 Aug 2010

Expiry1 Aug 2011

Test number352864710244

Mileage74,462 mi

FAILED · 26 Jul 2010

Test date26 Jul 2010

Expiry—

Test number813487000205

Mileage74,462 mi

FailRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

FailNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

FailNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

FailFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

FailExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

FailNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

FailOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

User Enteredoil leak on gearbox

PASSED · 27 Jul 2009

Test date27 Jul 2009

Expiry30 Jul 2010

Test number933128109280

Mileage—

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

User Enteredfront nearside drive shaft gaiter is twisted

FAILED · 27 Jul 2009

Test date27 Jul 2009

Expiry—

Test number843798509229

Mileage70,851 mi

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

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

User Enteredfront nearside drive shaft gaiter is twisted

PASSED · 24 Jul 2008

Test date24 Jul 2008

Expiry30 Jul 2009

Test number290246108286

Mileage67,989 mi

FAILED · 22 Jul 2008

Test date22 Jul 2008

Expiry—

Test number504414108203

Mileage67,989 mi

FailNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

FailNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

User Enterednearside front tyre nearing limmit

PASSED · 31 Jul 2007

Test date31 Jul 2007

Expiry30 Jul 2008

Test number582762217279

Mileage65,821 mi

FAILED · 10 Jul 2007

Test date10 Jul 2007

Expiry—

Test number211141397414

Mileage65,821 mi

FailNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

FailOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

FailNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

FailFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

FailNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

FailOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

PASSED · 14 Jul 2006

Test date14 Jul 2006

Expiry13 Jul 2007

Test number861475296103

Mileage63,370 mi

FAILED · 14 Jul 2006

Test date14 Jul 2006

Expiry—

Test number692595096137

Mileage63,370 mi

FailOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

FailBrake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)