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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 1,229 cc

LB56 LXMMOT history

LB56 LXM is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 29 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 79,972 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
79,972 mi
At MOT on 2 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LXM was last recorded at 79,972 miles on 2 Jan 2026, 1,749 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,223 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,749 miles
Average per year
3,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,972 miles
  • 2025 – 78,223 miles
  • 2024 – 76,666 miles
  • 2022 – 72,815 miles
  • 2021 – 71,426 miles
  • 2020 – 70,312 miles
  • 2019 – 68,804 miles
  • 2018 – 67,173 miles
  • 2017 – 65,800 miles
  • 2016 – 64,303 miles
  • 2015 – 62,162 miles
  • 2014 – 53,958 miles
  • 2013 – 45,698 miles
  • 2012 – 38,452 miles
  • 2011 – 30,907 miles
  • 2010 – 22,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,972 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,972 miles (+1,749)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    79,972 miles
    Test number
    981154054780
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
  2. Pass78,223 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    78,223 miles
    Test number
    366337635523
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail78,223 miles (+1,557)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,223 miles
    Test number
    657209276277
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass76,666 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    76,666 miles
    Test number
    196509344681
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both side , lens deteriorated (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPosition lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp ALL , lights slightly affected , possible loose connection needs further investigation.. (4.2.3 (c))
  5. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    593813011966
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  6. FailMileage not read5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    175965717785
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass72,815 miles (+1,389)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    72,815 miles
    Test number
    339363377185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,426 miles (+1,114)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    71,426 miles
    Test number
    786631296387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass70,312 miles (+1,508)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    70,312 miles
    Test number
    244680304568
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  10. Pass68,804 miles (+1,631)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    68,804 miles
    Test number
    556620588704
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  11. Pass67,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    67,173 miles
    Test number
    865435197378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,173 miles (+1,373)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,173 miles
    Test number
    811052551400
    • 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 Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
  13. Pass65,800 miles (+1,497)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    65,800 miles
    Test number
    254667382247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,303 miles (+2,141)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    64,303 miles
    Test number
    401695930261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass62,162 miles (+8,204)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    62,162 miles
    Test number
    219456625095
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBrake pedal anti-slip provision wearing smooth
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  16. Pass53,958 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    53,958 miles
    Test number
    766361824012
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteParking brake efficiency only just met, it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.
  17. Fail53,958 miles (+8,260)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,958 miles
    Test number
    639211824075
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  18. Pass45,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    45,698 miles
    Test number
    147612103061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,698 miles (+7,246)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,698 miles
    Test number
    756162503021
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking
  20. Pass38,452 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    38,452 miles
    Test number
    316393702073
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake disc worn
  21. Fail38,452 miles (+7,545)3 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,452 miles
    Test number
    396483702000
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake disc worn
  22. Pass30,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,907 miles
    Test number
    499007201064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail30,907 miles (+8,328)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,907 miles
    Test number
    547285201060
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  24. Pass22,579 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    22,579 miles
    Test number
    331185000007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,579 miles1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,579 miles
    Test number
    314865100020
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LB56 LXM

Does LB56 LXM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 LXM is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LXM?
The MOT on LB56 LXM is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 LXM done?
LB56 LXM was recorded at 79,972 miles at its MOT on 2 Jan 2026, an average of 3,589 miles a year.
Has LB56 LXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LXM has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 LXM 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 LB56 LXM find?
LB56 LXM passed its latest MOT on 2 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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