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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 998 cc

L40 AYBMOT history

L40 AYB is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

L40 AYB black Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
117,563 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,912 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 AYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
998 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 AYB was last recorded at 117,563 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 5,448 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,115 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,448 miles
Average per year
5,912 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,563 miles
  • 2025 – 112,115 miles
  • 2024 – 102,648 miles
  • 2023 – 96,355 miles
  • 2022 – 91,144 miles
  • 2021 – 84,656 miles
  • 2020 – 79,409 miles
  • 2019 – 72,836 miles
  • 2018 – 67,267 miles
  • 2017 – 61,842 miles
  • 2016 – 57,557 miles
  • 2015 – 53,749 miles
  • 2014 – 48,732 miles
  • 2013 – 42,810 miles
  • 2012 – 36,549 miles
  • 2011 – 28,997 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,563 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main brake pipe swollen near join at rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arm main bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear both shocker covers insecure

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.

  • Both rear shocker covers insecure

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main swollen near rear join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm main bushes separating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,563 miles (+5,448)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    117,563 miles
    Test number
    179358424922
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main brake pipe swollen near join at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both arm main bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both shocker covers insecure

  2. Pass112,115 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    112,115 miles
    Test number
    191073344275
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main swollen near rear join (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm main bushes separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker covers insecure

  3. Fail112,115 miles (+9,467)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,115 miles
    Test number
    322916582912
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main swollen near rear join (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arm main bushes separating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker covers insecure

  4. Pass102,648 miles (+6,293)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    102,648 miles
    Test number
    476546529730
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,355 miles (+5,211)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,355 miles
    Test number
    830423545053
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker covers insecure

  6. Pass91,144 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,144 miles
    Test number
    973677692109
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail91,144 miles (+6,488)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,144 miles
    Test number
    337520701769
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass84,656 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    84,656 miles
    Test number
    700899670545
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryMost suspension components showing surface corrosion
    • AdvisorySurface cracks nearside rear tyre

  9. Fail84,656 miles (+5,247)2 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,656 miles
    Test number
    219909544715
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system in poor condition
    • AdvisoryMost suspension components showing surface corrosion
    • AdvisorySurface cracks nearside rear tyre

  10. Pass79,409 miles (+6,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    79,409 miles
    Test number
    502551361756
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass72,836 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    72,836 miles
    Test number
    958714276544
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  12. Fail72,823 miles (+5,556)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,823 miles
    Test number
    367083597323
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  13. Pass67,267 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    67,267 miles
    Test number
    620470148985
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)

  14. Fail67,266 miles (+5,424)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,266 miles
    Test number
    870539237774
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWiper blades fouling each other

  15. Pass61,842 miles (+4,285)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    61,842 miles
    Test number
    457673597863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass57,557 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,557 miles
    Test number
    643566792817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,557 miles (+3,808)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,557 miles
    Test number
    846295378318
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass53,749 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    53,749 miles
    Test number
    178410695072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail53,749 miles (+5,017)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,749 miles
    Test number
    469060095018
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  20. Pass48,732 miles (+5,922)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,732 miles
    Test number
    826927184054
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass42,810 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    42,810 miles
    Test number
    597697483055
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Fail42,810 miles (+6,261)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,810 miles
    Test number
    946937183091
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass36,549 miles (+7,552)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    36,549 miles
    Test number
    155980692416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,997 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,997 miles
    Test number
    525051891006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 AYB

Does L40 AYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 AYB is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 AYB?
The MOT on L40 AYB is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 AYB done?
L40 AYB was recorded at 117,563 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 5,912 miles a year.
Has L40 AYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 AYB has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on L40 AYB 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 L40 AYB find?
L40 AYB passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main brake pipe swollen near join at rear; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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