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Black · Petrol · 2008 · 1,229 cc

L55 KSEMOT history

L55 KSE is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 31 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 101,868 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

L55 KSE black Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
101,868 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,060 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 KSE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
31 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 KSE was last recorded at 101,868 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 8,811 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,057 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,811 miles
Average per year
6,060 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,868 miles
  • 2025 – 93,057 miles
  • 2024 – 84,739 miles
  • 2023 – 76,522 miles
  • 2022 – 71,545 miles
  • 2021 – 70,166 miles
  • 2019 – 62,851 miles
  • 2017 – 55,123 miles
  • 2016 – 49,302 miles
  • 2015 – 40,195 miles
  • 2014 – 32,435 miles
  • 2013 – 26,985 miles
  • 2012 – 20,431 miles
  • 2011 – 12,670 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,868 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 9 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,868 miles (+8,811)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    101,868 miles
    Test number
    792050077173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,057 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    93,057 miles
    Test number
    659973153293
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material next to rear join (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Fail93,057 miles (+8,318)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,057 miles
    Test number
    685760535661
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material next to rear join (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass84,739 miles (+8,217)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    84,739 miles
    Test number
    835056980578

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,522 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    76,522 miles
    Test number
    348093855360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,518 miles (+4,973)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,518 miles
    Test number
    138118165501
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass71,545 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    71,545 miles
    Test number
    406267017298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail71,539 miles (+1,373)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,539 miles
    Test number
    292635982895
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sub frame corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass70,166 miles (+7,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,166 miles
    Test number
    329596206888
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  10. Pass62,851 miles (+7,728)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,851 miles
    Test number
    945716845115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,123 miles (+5,821)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    55,123 miles
    Test number
    208203047400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass49,302 miles (+9,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,302 miles
    Test number
    615544110539
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Pass40,195 miles (+7,760)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,195 miles
    Test number
    458298705208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,435 miles (+5,450)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    32,435 miles
    Test number
    206831194457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,985 miles (+6,554)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    26,985 miles
    Test number
    766726783181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass20,431 miles (+7,761)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    20,431 miles
    Test number
    409468382121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass12,670 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    12,670 miles
    Test number
    167779121115
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Questions about L55 KSE

Does L55 KSE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L55 KSE is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L55 KSE?
The MOT on L55 KSE is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L55 KSE done?
L55 KSE was recorded at 101,868 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 6,060 miles a year.
Has L55 KSE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 KSE has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L55 KSE 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 L55 KSE find?
L55 KSE passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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