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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 1,229 cc

LX09 SWZMOT history

LX09 SWZ is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 31 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 86,412 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

LX09 SWZ black Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
86,412 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,014 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX09 SWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX09 SWZ was last recorded at 86,412 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 6,826 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
79,586 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,826 miles
Average per year
5,014 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,412 miles
  • 2025 – 79,586 miles
  • 2024 – 78,565 miles
  • 2023 – 77,208 miles
  • 2022 – 72,620 miles
  • 2021 – 68,825 miles
  • 2020 – 66,057 miles
  • 2019 – 60,655 miles
  • 2018 – 55,306 miles
  • 2017 – 51,741 miles
  • 2016 – 44,897 miles
  • 2015 – 38,846 miles
  • 2014 – 30,490 miles
  • 2013 – 20,349 miles
  • 2012 – 15,660 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,412 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,412 miles (+6,826)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    86,412 miles
    Test number
    851265392414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass79,586 miles (+1,021)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    79,586 miles
    Test number
    340538461116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened X2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened X2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Corroded X2 (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass78,565 miles (+1,357)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,565 miles
    Test number
    803695135697
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass77,208 miles (+4,588)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,208 miles
    Test number
    918819828556
    • AdvisoryOffside Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass72,620 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    72,620 miles
    Test number
    937726413008
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/front tyre has slight wear to the outer edge

  6. Fail72,620 miles (+3,795)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,620 miles
    Test number
    837812542462
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rubber boot perished (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid o/s and n/s (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/front tyre has slight wear to the outer edge
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heat sheild is loose and hitting the exhaust

  7. Pass68,825 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    68,825 miles
    Test number
    397152434855
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s and n/s rear
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail68,825 miles (+2,768)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,825 miles
    Test number
    496387261181
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively blade torn in the centre (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt o/s and n/s rear
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass66,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    66,057 miles
    Test number
    661705614176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,057 miles (+5,402)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,057 miles
    Test number
    243480431595
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  11. Pass60,655 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    60,655 miles
    Test number
    946310984398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Fail60,655 miles (+5,349)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,655 miles
    Test number
    831481248515
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass55,306 miles (+3,565)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    55,306 miles
    Test number
    531186993384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,741 miles (+6,844)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    51,741 miles
    Test number
    363389244929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,897 miles (+6,051)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    44,897 miles
    Test number
    511732279971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,846 miles (+8,356)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    38,846 miles
    Test number
    939685145035
    • NoteSmall nail in the n/s rear tyre

  17. Pass30,490 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    30,490 miles
    Test number
    117155544432
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail30,490 miles (+10,141)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,490 miles
    Test number
    597845144089
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass20,349 miles (+4,689)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    20,349 miles
    Test number
    188007753430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    15,660 miles
    Test number
    659989472032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX09 SWZ

Does LX09 SWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX09 SWZ is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX09 SWZ?
The MOT on LX09 SWZ is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX09 SWZ done?
LX09 SWZ was recorded at 86,412 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 5,014 miles a year.
Has LX09 SWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX09 SWZ has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LX09 SWZ 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 LX09 SWZ find?
LX09 SWZ passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded; offside rear shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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