Official DVLA Record

2001 VAUXHALL AGILA1.0L Petrol

Y457 ACW

2001 VAUXHALL AGILA — Petrol, 973cc. This vehicle has 119,644 miles on record. MOT status: no valid MOT. Tax: not taxed. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 21/12/2023
Tax Status
Unknown
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2001
Engine
973cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT data. The latest test conducted on 14 December 2022 at 119,644 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories, indicating that the car met all minimum standards at that time. This clean result suggests a period of consistent maintenance where no mechanical or structural failures were identified during the inspection process. The mileage pattern is notably low for a vehicle of twenty-five years age, averaging approximately 4,786 miles per year. Between the November 2021 test at 113,805 miles and the December 2022 test at 119,644 miles, the car covered 5,839 miles in just thirteen months. While low mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain components and engine internals, the long intervals between tests can sometimes mask the degradation of rubber-based components or seals that do not manifest through mileage alone. Since the last recorded MOT is now over three years old, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection to identify issues that have developed in the interim. Priority should be paid to structural integrity, specifically checking for corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, as older Vauxhall models are prone to surface rot. The buyer should also inspect suspension bushes for cracks and check tyres for perished rubber, as low-use vehicles often suffer from age-related material fatigue rather than wear.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
60
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
! Older vehicle
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the most recent MOT data. The latest test conducted on 14 December 2022 at 119,644 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories, indicating that the car met all minimum standards at that time. This clean result suggests a period of consistent maintenance where no mechanical or structural failures were identified during the inspection process. The mileage pattern is notably low for a vehicle of twenty-five years age, averaging approximately 4,786 miles per year. Between the November 2021 test at 113,805 miles and the December 2022 test at 119,644 miles, the car covered 5,839 miles in just thirteen months. While low mileage generally reduces wear on drivetrain components and engine internals, the long intervals between tests can sometimes mask the degradation of rubber-based components or seals that do not manifest through mileage alone. Since the last recorded MOT is now over three years old, a buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection to identify issues that have developed in the interim. Priority should be paid to structural integrity, specifically checking for corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, as older Vauxhall models are prone to surface rot. The buyer should also inspect suspension bushes for cracks and check tyres for perished rubber, as low-use vehicles often suffer from age-related material fatigue rather than wear.
MOT Test History Overview

This 2001 Vauxhall Agila (Y457 ACW) has a recorded MOT history spanning from November 2021 to December 2022, with 2 MOT tests on record.

Historically, this vehicle has passed 100% of its MOT tests, totaling 2 passes against 0 fails. This is a strong MOT track record, suggesting the vehicle has been well-maintained.

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