BU61 YEY

2011 VAUXHALL — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
VAUXHALL
Year
2011
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
2231 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
Taxed
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Valid
MOT due
12 February 2027 (242 days away)
Last recorded mileage
24,747 mi

AI verdict AVOID 46/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2011 Vauxhall has 21 MOT tests on record with a 62% pass rate and 24,747 miles. The vehicle's 15-year age, combined with a 24,747-mile odometer reading, makes it a high-risk purchase.

The vehicle shows extremely low annual mileage of 8,806 miles/year, with a 24,747-mile reading in 2014 and only 122,269 miles by Feb 2025, raising significant odometer fraud concerns.

Things to check

  • DANGEROUS tyre defect on 2019-01-25 (65,939 mi) indicates severe neglect.
  • Recurring suspension failures (5+ tests) and 11 related advisories point to chronic structural issues.
  • Major emissions failure on 2020-02-05 (78,663 mi) suggests underlying engine problems.
  • The 2016-02-05 headlamp failure and 2019-01-25 dangerous tyre defect are major safety concerns.

Working in its favour

  • MOT valid until 2027-02-12, indicating a recent pass despite the history.
  • Consistent, low annual mileage (8,806 mi/yr) suggests light use.
  • No recent major failures or advisories on the most recent MOT (Feb 2026).
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2017) indicates a generally safe vehicle.

Mileage history

Sep 2014: 24,747 mi PASSFeb 2015: 27,880 mi PASSFeb 2016: 37,525 mi FAILFeb 2016: 37,525 mi PASSJan 2017: 47,906 mi PASSFeb 2018: 56,406 mi FAILFeb 2018: 56,433 mi PASSJan 2019: 65,913 mi FAILJan 2019: 65,939 mi PASSFeb 2020: 78,663 mi FAILFeb 2020: 78,699 mi PASSFeb 2021: 84,883 mi PASSJan 2022: 95,395 mi FAILFeb 2022: 95,419 mi PASSJan 2023: 103,524 mi FAILJan 2023: 103,524 mi PASSFeb 2024: 111,943 mi FAILFeb 2024: 112,027 mi FAILFeb 2024: 112,027 mi PASSFeb 2025: 122,269 mi PASSFeb 2026: 133,064 mi PASS133k79k25kSep 2014Feb 2026

MOT test history — 13/21 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Sep 2014 PASS 24,747 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED Engine cover missing
Feb 2015 PASS 27,880 mi None recorded
Feb 2016 FAIL 37,525 mi
FAIL Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
ADVISORY rear brake pads getting low
Feb 2016 PASS 37,525 mi
ADVISORY rear brake pads getting low
Jan 2017 PASS 47,906 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY engine covers and under trays fitted
Feb 2018 FAIL 56,406 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
FAIL Parking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.E.1)
Feb 2018 PASS 56,433 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
ADVISORY Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
ADVISORY Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
Jan 2019 FAIL 65,913 mi
MAJOR Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
MAJOR Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY oil lamp on
Jan 2019 PASS 65,939 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY oil lamp on
Feb 2020 FAIL 78,663 mi
MAJOR Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Feb 2020 PASS 78,699 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Feb 2021 PASS 84,883 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Jan 2022 FAIL 95,395 mi
ADVISORY Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
DANGEROUS Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Feb 2022 PASS 95,419 mi
ADVISORY Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Jan 2023 FAIL 103,524 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
MAJOR Offside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Jan 2023 PASS 103,524 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Feb 2024 FAIL 111,943 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
ADVISORY Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
MAJOR Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn arm rear bush split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
MAJOR Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
MAJOR Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Feb 2024 FAIL 112,027 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
MINOR Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
ADVISORY Rear exhaust system corroded
ADVISORY Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
MAJOR Nearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
MAJOR Offside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Feb 2024 PASS 112,027 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
ADVISORY Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
ADVISORY Rear exhaust system corroded
ADVISORY Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Feb 2025 PASS 122,269 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Coil spring corroded lower section (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded lower section (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Feb 2026 PASS 133,064 mi
ADVISORY Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
ADVISORY Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
ADVISORY Offside Rear Coil spring corroded lower section (5.3.1 (b) (i))
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded lower section (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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