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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 1,229 cc

K31 APCMOT history

K31 APC is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 20 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 169,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

K31 APC black Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Feb 2027
Mileage
169,011 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 APC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 APC was last recorded at 169,011 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,996 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
8,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,011 miles
  • 2025 – 163,931 miles
  • 2024 – 161,524 miles
  • 2023 – 158,701 miles
  • 2022 – 151,887 miles
  • 2021 – 148,564 miles
  • 2020 – 144,849 miles
  • 2019 – 135,906 miles
  • 2018 – 118,351 miles
  • 2017 – 107,298 miles
  • 2015 – 85,723 miles
  • 2014 – 70,295 miles
  • 2013 – 60,603 miles
  • 2012 – 54,417 miles
  • 2011 – 49,183 miles
  • 2010 – 39,716 miles
  • 2008 – 27,749 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,011 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,011 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    169,011 miles
    Test number
    763855988144
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail168,996 miles (+5,065)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,996 miles
    Test number
    511261806778
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system from flexi hose to drum (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass163,931 miles (+11)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    163,931 miles
    Test number
    875629587261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail163,920 miles (+2,396)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,920 miles
    Test number
    917688429295
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass161,524 miles (+2,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    161,524 miles
    Test number
    787945164236
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass158,701 miles (+653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    158,701 miles
    Test number
    674630324294
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail158,048 miles (+6,161)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,048 miles
    Test number
    942777139016
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass151,887 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    151,887 miles
    Test number
    391032341930
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail151,860 miles (+3,296)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,860 miles
    Test number
    519512535055
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edges change soon (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass148,564 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    148,564 miles
    Test number
    274036526128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. Strong advise (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber damaged/Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. Strong advise (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail148,564 miles (+40)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,564 miles
    Test number
    827144549361
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. Strong advise (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber damaged/Corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. Strong advise (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail148,524 miles (+3,675)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,524 miles
    Test number
    328302243739
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine oil dripping when engine running (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOff side and near side parking brake cables frayed in quadrants on axle beam

  13. Pass144,849 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    144,849 miles
    Test number
    846842919867
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipe above rear axle rusting in places
    • AdvisoryOff side parking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryParking brake cables fraying in quadrants
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust pipe corroded and blowing

  14. Fail144,849 miles (+8,943)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,849 miles
    Test number
    589567808514
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipe above rear axle rusting in places
    • AdvisoryOff side parking brake effort low
    • AdvisoryParking brake cables fraying in quadrants
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust pipe corroded and blowing

  15. Pass135,906 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    135,906 miles
    Test number
    189992735038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Fail135,906 miles (+17,555)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,906 miles
    Test number
    889062827921
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  17. Pass118,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    118,351 miles
    Test number
    351198240054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail118,351 miles (+11,053)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,351 miles
    Test number
    294577648305
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • Repaired at testSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) column u/j (2.2.A.1b)

  19. Pass107,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    107,298 miles
    Test number
    592281161948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail107,298 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,298 miles
    Test number
    639115757916
    • FailureCentral Exhaust system not adequately supported missing (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  21. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    130224650425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass85,723 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    85,723 miles
    Test number
    595418535005
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. FailMileage not read4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    808317615089
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass70,295 miles (+9,692)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    70,295 miles
    Test number
    265137434085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass60,603 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    60,603 miles
    Test number
    175065713412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail60,603 miles (+6,186)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,603 miles
    Test number
    559275513013
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass54,417 miles (+5,234)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    54,417 miles
    Test number
    407922512080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass49,183 miles (+9,467)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    49,183 miles
    Test number
    747210741094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass39,716 miles (+11,967)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    39,716 miles
    Test number
    961796930006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,749 miles
    Test number
    314936928265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K31 APC

Does K31 APC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 APC is valid until 20 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K31 APC?
The MOT on K31 APC is valid until 20 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 APC done?
K31 APC was recorded at 169,011 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 8,081 miles a year.
Has K31 APC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 APC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on K31 APC 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 K31 APC find?
K31 APC passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: central rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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