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Chevrolet Corvette

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 5,666 cc

C5 HOTMOT history

C5 HOT is a red petrol Chevrolet Corvette first used on 21 Jul 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 63,122 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
63,122 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 HOT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Chevrolet
Model
Corvette
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,666 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
21 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 HOT was last recorded at 63,122 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 533 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,589 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
533 miles
Average per year
2,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 63,122 miles
  • 2025 – 62,589 miles
  • 2024 – 62,469 miles
  • 2023 – 61,849 miles
  • 2021 – 58,690 miles
  • 2020 – 56,914 miles
  • 2019 – 55,535 miles
  • 2018 – 53,547 miles
  • 2017 – 51,665 miles
  • 2016 – 49,425 miles
  • 2015 – 47,175 miles
  • 2014 – 45,694 miles
  • 2013 – 43,348 miles
  • 2012 – 40,553 miles
  • 2010 – 35,476 miles
  • 2009 – 32,472 miles
  • 2008 – 28,539 miles
  • 2007 – 23,336 miles
  • 2006 – 19,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass63,122 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass63,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    63,122 miles
    Test number
    624459631259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail101,502 km4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,502 km
    Test number
    426482438304
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass62,589 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    62,589 miles
    Test number
    466897444165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail62,587 miles (+118)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,587 miles
    Test number
    671209765391
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  5. Fail62,469 miles (+620)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,469 miles
    Test number
    364606152067
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Pass61,849 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    61,849 miles
    Test number
    854897487244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,269 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    97,269 km
    Test number
    290904500654
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  8. Pass58,690 miles (+1,776)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    58,690 miles
    Test number
    329069635634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,914 miles (+1,379)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    56,914 miles
    Test number
    752445692491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,535 miles (+1,988)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,535 miles
    Test number
    665181773949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass53,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,547 miles
    Test number
    915884527450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail53,547 miles (+1,882)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,547 miles
    Test number
    241382744472
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))
  13. Pass51,665 miles (+28)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,665 miles
    Test number
    423515493947
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 shock absorbers are damp
    • AdvisoryAll lights have stickers over them but can still be clearly seen
  14. Fail51,637 miles (+2,212)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,637 miles
    Test number
    782623414568
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall 245/30 zr20 (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 shock absorbers are damp
    • AdvisoryAll lights have stickers over them but can still be clearly seen
  15. Pass49,425 miles (+2,250)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    49,425 miles
    Test number
    442698494756
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a light misting of oil all 4 (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryAll rear lights have stickers on them but still can be clearly seen
  16. Pass47,175 miles (+1,481)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    47,175 miles
    Test number
    109921465133
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll rear light units are tinted but can be seen clearly from a distance
  17. Pass45,694 miles (+2,346)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,694 miles
    Test number
    156153164125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteAll rear light units are tinted but can been seen clearly from a distance
    • NoteBoth front tyres are wearing on inner edges
  18. Pass43,348 miles (+2,795)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,348 miles
    Test number
    777522663113
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteAll rear light units are slightly tintedbut can been seen clearly from a distance
  19. Pass40,553 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    40,553 miles
    Test number
    457576662143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteAll rear light units are slightly tinted but can be seen clearly from a distance
  20. Pass61,621 km1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    61,621 km
    Test number
    975325061165
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteRear light units are slightly tinted but can be seen clearly from distance
  21. Pass35,476 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    35,476 miles
    Test number
    423615260135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,476 miles (+3,004)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,476 miles
    Test number
    223415760404
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)
  23. Pass32,472 miles (+3,933)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    32,472 miles
    Test number
    134544679168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,539 miles (+5,203)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    28,539 miles
    Test number
    212683888491
    • NoteOIL LEAK FROM DRIVERS SIDE DIFFERENTIAL OUTPUT SEAL/HOUSING
    • NoteOIL LEAK FROM GEARBOX SUMP
  25. Pass23,336 miles (+3,743)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    23,336 miles
    Test number
    874451077171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    19,593 miles
    Test number
    833810786187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 HOT

Does C5 HOT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 HOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 HOT?
The MOT on C5 HOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 HOT done?
C5 HOT was recorded at 63,122 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 2,211 miles a year.
Has C5 HOT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 HOT has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 HOT ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C5 HOT find?
C5 HOT passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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