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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 2012 · 1,229 cc

L40 XXXMOT history

L40 XXX is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 1 Sept 2012. Its MOT expired on 15 May 2025 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 87,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2024.

L40 XXX silver Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 May 2025
Mileage
87,544 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2024
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,677 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 XXX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 May 2025
Latest MOT test
13 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 XXX was last recorded at 87,544 miles on 13 May 2024, 6,086 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,458 miles · 12 May 2023
Between the last two tests
6,086 miles
Average per year
8,677 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 87,544 miles
  • 2023 – 81,458 miles
  • 2022 – 74,638 miles
  • 2021 – 65,384 miles
  • 2020 – 59,015 miles
  • 2019 – 49,634 miles
  • 2018 – 37,652 miles
  • 2017 – 27,981 miles
  • 2016 – 16,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,544 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

12 tests since 18 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,544 miles (+6,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    87,544 miles
    Test number
    418054461300
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass81,458 miles (+6,820)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    81,458 miles
    Test number
    423071729094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,638 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    74,638 miles
    Test number
    223475279296
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail74,637 miles (+9,253)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,637 miles
    Test number
    272307756290
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass65,384 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,384 miles
    Test number
    833589064358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail65,383 miles (+6,368)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,383 miles
    Test number
    968298049951
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass59,015 miles (+9,381)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    59,015 miles
    Test number
    787086076616

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,634 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    49,634 miles
    Test number
    737183614824
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail49,630 miles (+11,978)1 dangerous6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,630 miles
    Test number
    958179484168
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability mounting has excessive movement (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both lights (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass37,652 miles (+9,671)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    37,652 miles
    Test number
    848532038197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass27,981 miles (+11,872)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    27,981 miles
    Test number
    903984762330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass16,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    16,109 miles
    Test number
    447661695226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 XXX

Does L40 XXX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L40 XXX expired on 15 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L40 XXX?
The MOT on L40 XXX expired on 15 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L40 XXX done?
L40 XXX was recorded at 87,544 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2024, an average of 8,677 miles a year.
Has L40 XXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 XXX has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2022.
Has the mileage on L40 XXX 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 XXX find?
L40 XXX passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2024 with 1 advisory: front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both.

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