Chevrolet GMC Corvette

Blue · Petrol · 1981 · 5,665 cc

FOU 56MOT history

FOU 56 is a blue petrol Chevrolet GMC Corvette first used on 31 Dec 1981. Its MOT expired on 27 Sept 2022 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 44,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Sept 2022
Mileage
44,811 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2026
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
529 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
FOU 56
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Chevrolet GMC
Model
Corvette
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,665 cc
Year of manufacture
1981
First used
31 Dec 1981
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Sept 2022
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

FOU 56 was last recorded at 44,811 miles on 31 Jul 2026, 563 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
44,248 miles · 28 Sept 2021
Between the last two tests
563 miles
Average per year
529 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 44,811 miles
  • 2021 – 44,248 miles
  • 2020 – 43,859 miles
  • 2019 – 42,840 miles
  • 2018 – 41,678 miles
  • 2017 – 40,973 miles
  • 2016 – 40,067 miles
  • 2015 – 39,382 miles
  • 2014 – 38,776 miles
  • 2012 – 37,613 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail44,811 miles
  • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
  • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
  • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorWindscreen wiper not working both wipers dont work (3.4 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes are corroded and covered in grease front to back (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRPM gauge needle moves when lights are illuminated and vehicle is idle
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Both front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBody mounting bushes worn/perished
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamps corroded on inside of housing, but light output remains unaffected
  • AdvisoryUnderseal oils used extensively under vehicle

What MOT failures 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.

  • Body to chassis mounts perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Both head lamps corroded inside beam image still good

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 24 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail44,811 miles (+563)1 dangerous7 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,811 miles
    Test number
    772463890480
    • DangerousDriver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut greater than 4mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper not working both wipers dont work (3.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipes are corroded and covered in grease front to back (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRPM gauge needle moves when lights are illuminated and vehicle is idle
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering linkage ball joint has slight play Both front (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both front wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody mounting bushes worn/perished
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps corroded on inside of housing, but light output remains unaffected
    • AdvisoryUnderseal oils used extensively under vehicle

  2. Pass44,248 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    44,248 miles
    Test number
    884097989516
    • AdvisoryBody to chassis mounts perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps corroded inside beam image still good

  3. Fail44,244 miles (+385)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,244 miles
    Test number
    438212389727
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBody to chassis mounts perishing
    • AdvisoryBoth head lamps corroded inside beam image still good

  4. Pass43,859 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    43,859 miles
    Test number
    813875314776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail43,843 miles (+1,003)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,843 miles
    Test number
    162686099685
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass42,840 miles (+1,162)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    42,840 miles
    Test number
    865437215876
    • AdvisoryBody mount bushes perishing
    • AdvisoryDriver seat belt slight damage
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Leaf spring has slight wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass41,678 miles (+705)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    41,678 miles
    Test number
    537739499776
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

  8. Pass40,973 miles (+906)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,973 miles
    Test number
    449064888508
    • AdvisoryN/s/r brake caliper damp .no leaks found at time of test ,efficiency etc good

  9. Pass40,067 miles (+685)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,067 miles
    Test number
    795921764174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass39,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    39,382 miles
    Test number
    126222875087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail39,382 miles (+606)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,382 miles
    Test number
    806231075099
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass38,776 miles (+1,163)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    38,776 miles
    Test number
    389848074021
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteRear brakes slight low readings

  13. Pass37,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,613 miles
    Test number
    905509052371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about FOU 56

What vehicle is registration FOU 56 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show FOU 56 on a blue petrol Chevrolet GMC Corvette first used on 31 Dec 1981. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does FOU 56 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on FOU 56 expired on 27 Sept 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on FOU 56?
The MOT on FOU 56 expired on 27 Sept 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has FOU 56 done?
FOU 56 was recorded at 44,811 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2026, an average of 529 miles a year.
Has FOU 56 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. FOU 56 has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on FOU 56 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 FOU 56 find?
FOU 56 failed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: driver's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position.; driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.; exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive, and 19 more.

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