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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,229 cc

LU03 AXCMOT history

LU03 AXC is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 28 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 7 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 49,472 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Apr 2026.

LU03 AXC black Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Apr 2027
Mileage
49,472 mi
At MOT on 8 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,015 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LU03 AXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LU03 AXC was last recorded at 49,472 miles on 8 Apr 2026, 6,723 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Aug 2018: 27,183 miles, lower than 27,726 miles on 7 Aug 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
42,749 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,723 miles
Average per year
2,015 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,472 miles
  • 2025 – 42,749 miles
  • 2023 – 38,316 miles
  • 2022 – 33,903 miles
  • 2021 – 29,487 miles
  • 2020 – 29,068 miles
  • 2019 – 28,309 miles
  • 2018 – 27,183 miles
  • 2017 – 27,726 miles
  • 2016 – 24,496 miles
  • 2015 – 24,270 miles
  • 2014 – 23,756 miles
  • 2013 – 23,149 miles
  • 2012 – 22,493 miles
  • 2011 – 21,947 miles
  • 2010 – 21,087 miles
  • 2009 – 19,837 miles
  • 2008 – 18,994 miles
  • 2007 – 14,810 miles
  • 2006 – 9,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,472 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective also deteriorated full length of the exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Pipe And Rear Box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,472 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    49,472 miles
    Test number
    788339949587
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective also deteriorated full length of the exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  2. Fail49,472 miles (+6,723)2 repaired3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,472 miles
    Test number
    490268284713
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective also deteriorated full length of the exhaust (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Pass42,749 miles (+59)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    42,749 miles
    Test number
    394638160107
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Pipe And Rear Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail42,690 miles (+4,374)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,690 miles
    Test number
    910839137269
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Outer Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi Pipe And Rear Box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass38,316 miles (+4,413)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    38,316 miles
    Test number
    353221767587
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass33,903 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    33,903 miles
    Test number
    600634830705
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail33,903 miles (+4,416)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,903 miles
    Test number
    220132324883
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass29,487 miles (+419)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    29,487 miles
    Test number
    412691872734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass29,068 miles (+759)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    29,068 miles
    Test number
    219032055027
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres slight cracking /ageing

  10. Pass28,309 miles (+1,126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    28,309 miles
    Test number
    204363565439
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass27,183 miles (-543)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    27,183 miles
    Test number
    764014333814
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lazy 17%

  12. Pass27,726 miles (+3,230)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    27,726 miles
    Test number
    601618417040
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass24,496 miles (+226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    24,496 miles
    Test number
    961835038304
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBattery security borderline pass

  14. Pass24,270 miles (+514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    24,270 miles
    Test number
    900253463228
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass23,756 miles (+607)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    23,756 miles
    Test number
    179066314216
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass23,149 miles (+656)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    23,149 miles
    Test number
    629462823204
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass22,493 miles (+546)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    22,493 miles
    Test number
    868224622200
    • NoteRear exhaust poor

  18. Pass21,947 miles (+860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    21,947 miles
    Test number
    575015421282
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass21,087 miles (+1,250)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    21,087 miles
    Test number
    330546020452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,837 miles (+843)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    19,837 miles
    Test number
    270643419248
    • 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 part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass18,994 miles (+4,184)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    18,994 miles
    Test number
    430729528291
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass14,810 miles (+4,930)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,810 miles
    Test number
    390840227401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    9,880 miles
    Test number
    963866726254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LU03 AXC

Does LU03 AXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LU03 AXC is valid until 7 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LU03 AXC?
The MOT on LU03 AXC is valid until 7 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LU03 AXC done?
LU03 AXC was recorded at 49,472 miles at its MOT on 8 Apr 2026, an average of 2,015 miles a year.
Has LU03 AXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LU03 AXC has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LU03 AXC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 Aug 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LU03 AXC find?
LU03 AXC passed its latest MOT on 8 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front position lamp incorrect colour; offside front position lamp incorrect colour, and 8 more.

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