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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,364 cc

L3 RUUMOT history

L3 RUU is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 22 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 30 MOT tests, with 176,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

L3 RUU black Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
176,245 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
16 passed · 14 failed
Per year
9,559 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 RUU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
22 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 RUU was last recorded at 176,245 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,225 miles · 23 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
9,559 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,245 miles
  • 2025 – 170,783 miles
  • 2024 – 162,682 miles
  • 2023 – 160,173 miles
  • 2022 – 157,226 miles
  • 2021 – 144,780 miles
  • 2020 – 136,471 miles
  • 2019 – 121,678 miles
  • 2018 – 113,094 miles
  • 2017 – 99,297 miles
  • 2016 – 84,411 miles
  • 2015 – 73,259 miles
  • 2014 – 65,693 miles
  • 2013 – 51,498 miles
  • 2012 – 42,156 miles
  • 2011 – 31,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,245 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear seat belts slow to retract

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 13 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,245 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    176,245 miles
    Test number
    126564537072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail176,225 miles (+5,442)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,225 miles
    Test number
    609932554090
    • MajorRear Emissions unable to be completed rear exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass170,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    170,783 miles
    Test number
    334051710899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail170,783 miles (+8,101)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,783 miles
    Test number
    219036889949
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass162,682 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    162,682 miles
    Test number
    365254682889
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door card insecure, interior handle broken & replaced with a screw to open the door
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts slow to retract

  6. Fail162,682 miles (+2,509)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,682 miles
    Test number
    500174634624
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryDrivers door card insecure, interior handle broken & replaced with a screw to open the door
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts slow to retract

  7. Pass160,173 miles (+2,947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    160,173 miles
    Test number
    738088327572
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine and gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seat belts slow to retract

  8. Pass157,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    157,226 miles
    Test number
    721987548041
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate clearly been painted over (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Fail157,226 miles (+12,446)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,226 miles
    Test number
    430113103059
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate clearly been painted over (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass144,780 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    144,780 miles
    Test number
    149299198839
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Fail144,780 miles (+8,309)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,780 miles
    Test number
    817600933528
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorPosition lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp all rear bulbs fitted are incorrect (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass136,471 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    136,471 miles
    Test number
    978744530416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  13. Fail136,471 miles (+14,793)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,471 miles
    Test number
    635891827469
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  14. Pass121,678 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    121,678 miles
    Test number
    639536893783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat tilt inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate Signs of of speedometer being tampered with and now airbag warning lamp is not visible (7.1.6 (a))

  15. Fail121,678 miles (+8,584)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,678 miles
    Test number
    185328629426
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Passenger seat tilt inoperative
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate Signs of of speedometer being tampered with and now airbag warning lamp is not visible (7.1.6 (a))

  16. Pass113,094 miles (+13,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    113,094 miles
    Test number
    507023844421
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass99,297 miles (+183)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,297 miles
    Test number
    212427019048
    • DangerousNearside Front seat wont fold foword
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine oil leak

  18. Fail99,114 miles (+14,703)1 dangerous3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,114 miles
    Test number
    536179426409
    • DangerousNearside Front seat wont fold foword
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine oil leak

  19. Pass84,411 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    84,411 miles
    Test number
    466431102074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail84,409 miles (+11,150)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,409 miles
    Test number
    872963348383
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  21. Pass73,259 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    73,259 miles
    Test number
    209912125067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Fail73,259 miles (+7,566)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,259 miles
    Test number
    565232625077
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass65,693 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    65,693 miles
    Test number
    276062324031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail65,693 miles (+14,195)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,693 miles
    Test number
    417702624056
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  25. Fail51,498 miles4 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,498 miles
    Test number
    178598003025
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  26. Pass51,498 miles (+9,342)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    51,498 miles
    Test number
    817698603040
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  27. Pass42,156 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    42,156 miles
    Test number
    516631722032
    • NoteNail in os/r tyre and cracking slightly.

  28. Fail42,156 miles (+10,552)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,156 miles
    Test number
    338491522036
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteNail in os/r tyre and cracking slightly.

  29. Pass31,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    31,604 miles
    Test number
    859803411098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail31,604 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,604 miles
    Test number
    126383811489
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about L3 RUU

Does L3 RUU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 RUU is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L3 RUU?
The MOT on L3 RUU is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 RUU done?
L3 RUU was recorded at 176,245 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 9,559 miles a year.
Has L3 RUU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 RUU has failed 14 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on L3 RUU 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 L3 RUU find?
L3 RUU passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened.

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