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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 1,199 cc

LA51 MFJMOT history

LA51 MFJ is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 16 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 80,915 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jan 2023.

LA51 MFJ blue Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2024
Mileage
80,915 mi
At MOT on 3 Jan 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,671 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 MFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 MFJ was last recorded at 80,915 miles on 3 Jan 2023, 5,151 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
75,764 miles · 20 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
5,151 miles
Average per year
3,671 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 80,915 miles
  • 2021 – 75,764 miles
  • 2020 – 70,480 miles
  • 2019 – 66,804 miles
  • 2018 – 63,633 miles
  • 2017 – 59,741 miles
  • 2016 – 55,732 miles
  • 2015 – 51,672 miles
  • 2014 – 47,317 miles
  • 2013 – 43,482 miles
  • 2012 – 40,234 miles
  • 2011 – 36,969 miles
  • 2009 – 32,087 miles
  • 2008 – 27,840 miles
  • 2007 – 24,975 miles
  • 2006 – 22,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,915 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front and centre sections (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,915 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    80,915 miles
    Test number
    460875687872
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front and centre sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail80,910 miles (+5,146)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,910 miles
    Test number
    644525555977
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front and centre sections (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass75,764 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    75,764 miles
    Test number
    636025040622
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail75,764 miles (+5,284)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,764 miles
    Test number
    514877491611
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,480 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    70,480 miles
    Test number
    232677037500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail70,480 miles (+3,676)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,480 miles
    Test number
    480075477613
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass66,804 miles (+3,171)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    66,804 miles
    Test number
    513982805539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass63,633 miles (+3,892)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    63,633 miles
    Test number
    767729198101
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass59,741 miles (+4,009)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    59,741 miles
    Test number
    789041566354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass55,732 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    55,732 miles
    Test number
    273920723258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,732 miles (+4,060)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,732 miles
    Test number
    474648749627
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass51,672 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    51,672 miles
    Test number
    801618635547
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail51,672 miles (+4,355)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,672 miles
    Test number
    775487712714
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass47,317 miles (+3,835)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    47,317 miles
    Test number
    286879144391
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass43,482 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,482 miles
    Test number
    106203943354
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Fail43,479 miles (+3,245)2 dangerous6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,479 miles
    Test number
    525083943331
    • DangerousNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • DangerousNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass40,234 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    40,234 miles
    Test number
    588318742374
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE PERISHING

  18. Fail40,234 miles (+3,265)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,234 miles
    Test number
    289408842375
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE PERISHING

  19. Pass36,969 miles (+2,647)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    36,969 miles
    Test number
    239807141393
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE HAS A CUT IN THE OUTER SIDEWALL
    • NoteN/S/R RELECTOR DAMAGED

  20. Pass34,322 miles (+2,235)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,322 miles
    Test number
    189266401447
    • NoteNsf tyre has cuts in sidewall not to cords
    • NoteNsr fog lamp lens broken (taped)
    • NoteNsr tyre cracking
    • NoteOsf tyre starting to wear on edges

  21. Pass32,087 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    32,087 miles
    Test number
    743955149377
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cut in sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is starting to perish on sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing inner edge

  22. Fail32,085 miles (+4,245)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,085 miles
    Test number
    591935649346
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cut in sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is starting to perish on sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre is wearing inner edge

  23. Pass27,840 miles (+2,865)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,840 miles
    Test number
    602067158313
    • NoteBoth front brake discs are lipped
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cut in sidewall
    • NoteNearside rear tyre is perishing on sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust box is heavily corroded

  24. Pass24,975 miles (+2,913)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    24,975 miles
    Test number
    900238657325
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass22,062 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    22,062 miles
    Test number
    810196856336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail22,062 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,062 miles
    Test number
    232096156336
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LA51 MFJ

Does LA51 MFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 MFJ expired on 5 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 MFJ?
The MOT on LA51 MFJ expired on 5 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 MFJ done?
LA51 MFJ was recorded at 80,915 miles at its MOT on 3 Jan 2023, an average of 3,671 miles a year.
Has LA51 MFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 MFJ has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LA51 MFJ 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 LA51 MFJ find?
LA51 MFJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front and centre sections; oil leak, but not excessive.

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