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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 973 cc

LA51 MGUMOT history

LA51 MGU is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 9 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 96,273 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

LA51 MGU silver Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2025
Mileage
96,273 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,261 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 MGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

LA51 MGU was last recorded at 96,273 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 656 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,617 miles · 22 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
656 miles
Average per year
3,261 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,273 miles
  • 2024 – 95,617 miles
  • 2023 – 94,500 miles
  • 2022 – 92,739 miles
  • 2021 – 90,808 miles
  • 2020 – 89,494 miles
  • 2019 – 88,184 miles
  • 2018 – 85,009 miles
  • 2017 – 82,041 miles
  • 2016 – 78,331 miles
  • 2015 – 73,852 miles
  • 2014 – 70,102 miles
  • 2013 – 66,381 miles
  • 2012 – 62,177 miles
  • 2011 – 55,445 miles
  • 2010 – 50,588 miles
  • 2009 – 45,407 miles
  • 2008 – 39,836 miles
  • 2007 – 37,188 miles
  • 2006 – 31,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail96,273 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

What MOT failures 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 Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail96,273 miles (+656)2 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,273 miles
    Test number
    946108441470
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass95,617 miles (+1,117)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    95,617 miles
    Test number
    944785397608
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive top suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  3. Pass94,500 miles (+1,761)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    94,500 miles
    Test number
    544481271172
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

  4. Pass92,739 miles (+1,931)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,739 miles
    Test number
    295185740308
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis by coil spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive chassis by coil spring (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass90,808 miles (+1,314)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    90,808 miles
    Test number
    408717159330
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass89,494 miles (+1,310)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    89,494 miles
    Test number
    558653891213
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass88,184 miles (+3,175)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    88,184 miles
    Test number
    860964734775
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass85,009 miles (+2,968)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    85,009 miles
    Test number
    660480221683
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass82,041 miles (+3,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    82,041 miles
    Test number
    250992197763
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

  10. Pass78,331 miles (+24)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    78,331 miles
    Test number
    715328604691
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced offside and nearside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Fail78,307 miles (+4,455)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,307 miles
    Test number
    328818453798
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced offside and nearside (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Pass73,852 miles (+3,750)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    73,852 miles
    Test number
    793645780597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,102 miles (+3,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    70,102 miles
    Test number
    776981704337
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  14. Pass66,381 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    66,381 miles
    Test number
    589549393047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCut in sidewall of nearside rear tyre but not showing ply or cords

  15. Fail66,381 miles (+4,204)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,381 miles
    Test number
    508348693077
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCut in sidewall of nearside rear tyre but not showing ply or cords

  16. Pass62,177 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    62,177 miles
    Test number
    278393982016
    • NoteFron t brake pads 30% worn
    • NoteO/s/f brake hose ferrule corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRearbrake hoseferrules c orroded
    • NoteVery slight movement in n/s steering rack arm

  17. Fail62,177 miles (+6,732)6 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,177 miles
    Test number
    627123882045
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteFron t brake pads 30% worn
    • NoteO/s/f brake hose ferrule corroded
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteRearbrake hoseferrules c orroded
    • NoteVery slight movement in n/s steering rack arm

  18. Pass55,445 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    55,445 miles
    Test number
    518220561097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail55,445 miles (+4,857)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,445 miles
    Test number
    338919351055
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  20. Pass50,588 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    50,588 miles
    Test number
    922307850097
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail50,580 miles (+5,173)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,580 miles
    Test number
    950296950003
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass45,407 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    45,407 miles
    Test number
    242546139048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail45,406 miles (+5,570)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,406 miles
    Test number
    132685939408
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

  24. Pass39,836 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    39,836 miles
    Test number
    354915038079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail39,836 miles (+2,648)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,836 miles
    Test number
    773995638010
    • Repaired at testCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass37,188 miles (+5,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    37,188 miles
    Test number
    660334127017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass31,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    31,375 miles
    Test number
    392916916059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail31,375 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,375 miles
    Test number
    620456616082
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about LA51 MGU

Does LA51 MGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 MGU expired on 21 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 MGU?
The MOT on LA51 MGU expired on 21 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 MGU done?
LA51 MGU was recorded at 96,273 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 3,261 miles a year.
Has LA51 MGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 MGU has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LA51 MGU 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 MGU find?
LA51 MGU failed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 2 major defects, 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch; nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged, and 12 more.

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