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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1994 · 1,389 cc

L38 NMYMOT history

L38 NMY is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 8 Mar 1994. Its MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 29,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Oct 2023
Mileage
29,068 mi
At MOT on 18 Oct 2023
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
1,022 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L38 NMY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1994
First used
8 Mar 1994
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

L38 NMY was last recorded at 29,068 miles on 18 Oct 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
29,068 miles · 26 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,022 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 29,068 miles
  • 2022 – 29,068 miles
  • 2021 – 29,066 miles
  • 2020 – 29,049 miles
  • 2019 – 28,019 miles
  • 2018 – 26,281 miles
  • 2017 – 23,867 miles
  • 2016 – 23,031 miles
  • 2015 – 22,359 miles
  • 2014 – 20,772 miles
  • 2013 – 19,500 miles
  • 2012 – 18,400 miles
  • 2011 – 17,407 miles
  • 2010 – 15,901 miles
  • 2009 – 14,750 miles
  • 2008 – 13,449 miles
  • 2007 – 12,208 miles
  • 2006 – 11,020 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail29,068 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MinorSpeedometer operation impaired Not recording miles (7.8 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 20 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail29,068 miles3 dangerous7 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,068 miles
    Test number
    356518035378
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorSpeedometer operation impaired Not recording miles (7.8 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass29,068 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    29,068 miles
    Test number
    202213769064
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor/bulk head (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nearside front floor/bulkhead outside prescribed areas

  3. Fail29,068 miles (+2)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,068 miles
    Test number
    641028379790
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor rigger/ bulk head (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor rigger/bulkhead (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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 Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass29,066 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    29,066 miles
    Test number
    786700896140
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail29,066 miles (+17)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,066 miles
    Test number
    350456350759
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chasis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass29,049 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    29,049 miles
    Test number
    309516269902
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail29,047 miles (+1,028)2 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,047 miles
    Test number
    986176641129
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass28,019 miles (+1,738)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    28,019 miles
    Test number
    618422583283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass26,281 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    26,281 miles
    Test number
    428353601451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail26,281 miles (+4)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,281 miles
    Test number
    806914085924
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail26,277 miles (+2,410)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,277 miles
    Test number
    308038821951
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass23,867 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    23,867 miles
    Test number
    214019668911
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion axle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail23,867 miles (+836)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,867 miles
    Test number
    681828869619
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion axle (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass23,031 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    23,031 miles
    Test number
    564461102065
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  15. Fail23,031 miles (+672)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,031 miles
    Test number
    251123752048
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass22,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    22,359 miles
    Test number
    166450625094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail22,359 miles (+1,587)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,359 miles
    Test number
    849650525084
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

  18. Pass20,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    20,772 miles
    Test number
    397690224008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail20,772 miles (+1,272)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,772 miles
    Test number
    996630524028
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass19,500 miles (+1,100)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    19,500 miles
    Test number
    236301523089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass18,400 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    18,400 miles
    Test number
    157666812404
    • NoteBoth front and rear tyres cracking around tread and sidewalls

  22. Fail18,400 miles (+993)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,400 miles
    Test number
    579766012029
    • FailureDirection indicators flashing less than 60 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front and rear tyres cracking around tread and sidewalls

  23. Pass17,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    17,407 miles
    Test number
    477488211059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail17,407 miles (+1,506)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,407 miles
    Test number
    578848811071
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  25. Pass15,901 miles (+1,151)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    15,901 miles
    Test number
    740749610022
    • NoteBaffles broken up inside rear silencer
    • NoteRegistration plate lamp lens broken
    • NoteSlight damage on top of nearside rear door

  26. Pass14,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    14,750 miles
    Test number
    662240429069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail14,750 miles (+1,301)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,750 miles
    Test number
    152139119477
    • FailureFront Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteRear registration plate lamp lense broken

  28. Pass13,449 miles (+1,241)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    13,449 miles
    Test number
    861722428020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass12,208 miles (+1,188)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    12,208 miles
    Test number
    554939707069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass11,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    11,020 miles
    Test number
    122531156464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L38 NMY

Does L38 NMY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L38 NMY expired on 25 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L38 NMY?
The MOT on L38 NMY expired on 25 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L38 NMY done?
L38 NMY was recorded at 29,068 miles at its MOT on 18 Oct 2023, an average of 1,022 miles a year.
Has L38 NMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L38 NMY has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on L38 NMY 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 L38 NMY find?
L38 NMY failed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2023 with 3 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, and 13 more.

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