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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,199 cc

LS03 VTJMOT history

LS03 VTJ is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 17 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 82,467 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jun 2026.

LS03 VTJ silver Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Jun 2026
Mileage
82,467 mi
At MOT on 11 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 VTJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jun 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS03 VTJ was last recorded at 82,467 miles on 11 Jun 2026, 2,957 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,510 miles · 16 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,957 miles
Average per year
3,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,467 miles
  • 2025 – 79,510 miles
  • 2024 – 78,316 miles
  • 2023 – 76,336 miles
  • 2022 – 74,150 miles
  • 2021 – 70,802 miles
  • 2019 – 66,023 miles
  • 2018 – 64,072 miles
  • 2017 – 63,234 miles
  • 2016 – 62,340 miles
  • 2015 – 61,203 miles
  • 2014 – 55,126 miles
  • 2013 – 50,059 miles
  • 2012 – 44,080 miles
  • 2011 – 39,383 miles
  • 2010 – 34,243 miles
  • 2009 – 30,324 miles
  • 2008 – 19,447 miles
  • 2007 – 15,650 miles
  • 2006 – 13,539 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail82,467 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Inner Joints
  • DangerousSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail82,467 miles (+2,957)3 dangerous6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,467 miles
    Test number
    503849466551
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Inner Joints
    • DangerousSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass79,510 miles (+3)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    79,510 miles
    Test number
    404222795384
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail79,507 miles (+1,191)2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,507 miles
    Test number
    709323561378
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass78,316 miles (+1,980)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    78,316 miles
    Test number
    780204232220
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass76,336 miles (+2,186)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,336 miles
    Test number
    177170080263
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass74,150 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    74,150 miles
    Test number
    346775977779
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail75,150 miles (+4,348)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,150 miles
    Test number
    242984268003
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass70,802 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,802 miles
    Test number
    775143732014
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail70,802 miles (+4,779)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,802 miles
    Test number
    978517558928
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass66,023 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    66,023 miles
    Test number
    877726510900
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Fail66,023 miles (+1,951)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,023 miles
    Test number
    128104378718
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  12. Pass64,072 miles (+838)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    64,072 miles
    Test number
    895631240880
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  13. Pass63,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    63,234 miles
    Test number
    553897711084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,234 miles (+894)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,234 miles
    Test number
    221013875692
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Box (7.1.2)

  15. Pass62,340 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,340 miles
    Test number
    479074970328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail62,340 miles (+1,137)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,340 miles
    Test number
    539102911333
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass61,203 miles (+6,077)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    61,203 miles
    Test number
    246824765136
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass55,126 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    55,126 miles
    Test number
    107245554164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail55,126 miles (+5,067)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,126 miles
    Test number
    159204054150
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass50,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,059 miles
    Test number
    259499453448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail50,059 miles (+5,979)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,059 miles
    Test number
    267138953457
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Pass44,080 miles (+4,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    44,080 miles
    Test number
    327811862165
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass39,383 miles (+5,140)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    39,383 miles
    Test number
    969518451152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,243 miles (+3,919)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,243 miles
    Test number
    571428450167
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass30,324 miles (+10,877)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    30,324 miles
    Test number
    721682159128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,447 miles (+3,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    19,447 miles
    Test number
    393081268132
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass15,650 miles (+2,111)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    15,650 miles
    Test number
    252075967432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass13,539 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    13,539 miles
    Test number
    213636066467

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 VTJ

Does LS03 VTJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 VTJ expired on 15 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 VTJ?
The MOT on LS03 VTJ expired on 15 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 VTJ done?
LS03 VTJ was recorded at 82,467 miles at its MOT on 11 Jun 2026, an average of 3,448 miles a year.
Has LS03 VTJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 VTJ has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LS03 VTJ 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 LS03 VTJ find?
LS03 VTJ failed its latest MOT on 11 Jun 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; play in steering rack inner joint(s) both inner joints; steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel to the extent that safe steering is affected (steering rack fitted), and 12 more.

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