No, R388 SJB is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for R388 SJB?

The MOT for R388 SJB is valid and due for renewal on or before 21 April 2011.

What is the recorded mileage of R388 SJB?

The recorded mileage for R388 SJB is 151,837 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R388 SJB ULEZ compliant?

No, R388 SJB does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1997 Vauxhall Vectra 2.0L Diesel · R388 SJB

R388 SJB

1997 Vauxhall Vectra (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/12/1997. Recorded mileage 151,837 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VAUXHALL VECTRA
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 21/04/2011
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/07/2011)
Recorded Mileage: 151,837 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 21/04/2011

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/07/2011

Mileage: 151,837 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1997
Engine: 1998cc

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R388 SJB Key Findings

8 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 22/04/2010
151,837 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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! Older vehicle

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R388 SJB Mileage History

05/12/200598,953 mi
08/12/200599,084 mi+131 mi
04/12/2006118,421 mi+19,337 mi
07/12/2007134,081 mi+15,660 mi
07/12/2007134,081 mi
17/11/2008142,742 mi+8,661 mi
22/04/2010151,837 mi+9,095 mi
22/04/2010151,837 mi

Average of roughly 12,081 miles per year across 8 recorded odometer readings.

R388 SJB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Sept 2026, 17:21

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

8 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Vauxhall Vectra (R388 SJB) between December 2005 and April 2010.

The record contains 5 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 22 April 2010 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 13 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)”; “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)”; “Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)”.

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