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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 973 cc

LX52 VXZMOT history

LX52 VXZ is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 10 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 71,717 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2022.

LX52 VXZ black Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Mar 2023
Mileage
71,717 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 VXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 VXZ was last recorded at 71,717 miles on 11 Mar 2022, 6,286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,431 miles · 16 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
6,286 miles
Average per year
4,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 71,717 miles
  • 2021 – 65,431 miles
  • 2019 – 59,209 miles
  • 2018 – 50,451 miles
  • 2016 – 31,737 miles
  • 2015 – 28,215 miles
  • 2014 – 24,636 miles
  • 2013 – 20,748 miles
  • 2012 – 17,901 miles
  • 2011 – 15,763 miles
  • 2010 – 14,390 miles
  • 2009 – 12,589 miles
  • 2008 – 10,759 miles
  • 2007 – 8,653 miles
  • 2006 – 7,250 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,717 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Temporary fuel cap fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centrebox

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi join

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,717 miles (+6,286)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    71,717 miles
    Test number
    473600371072
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass65,431 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    65,431 miles
    Test number
    100534081046
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centrebox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted

  3. Fail65,430 miles (+6,221)1 dangerous5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,430 miles
    Test number
    865469191236
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake cable damaged handbrake cable snapped (1.1.15 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centrebox (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi join (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted

  4. Pass59,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,209 miles
    Test number
    413356570569
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  5. Fail59,209 miles (+8,758)1 dangerous1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,209 miles
    Test number
    547502956151
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  6. Pass50,451 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    50,451 miles
    Test number
    928465384739
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  7. Fail50,451 miles (+10,661)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,451 miles
    Test number
    212301471665
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  8. Pass39,790 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    39,790 miles
    Test number
    938690567854
    • AdvisoryNearside inner constant velocity joint gaiter has a slight leak
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  9. Fail39,790 miles (+8,053)2 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,790 miles
    Test number
    923459138727
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm and bald on inner edge to the point that ply/cords will be visible soon (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm and bald on inner edge to the point that ply/cords will be visible soon (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside inner constant velocity joint gaiter has a slight leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryRear tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted

  10. Pass31,737 miles (+3,522)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    31,737 miles
    Test number
    316876181737
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  11. Pass28,215 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    28,215 miles
    Test number
    481998953268
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Fail28,215 miles (+3,579)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,215 miles
    Test number
    997738284740
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass24,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    24,636 miles
    Test number
    115411064245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail24,636 miles (+3,888)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,636 miles
    Test number
    748441664224
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  15. Pass20,748 miles (+2,847)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    20,748 miles
    Test number
    569026553256
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Fail17,901 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,901 miles
    Test number
    439758352239
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass17,901 miles (+2,138)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    17,901 miles
    Test number
    875558752271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,763 miles (+1,373)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    15,763 miles
    Test number
    156212771286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,390 miles (+1,801)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    14,390 miles
    Test number
    424293670241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass12,589 miles (+1,830)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    12,589 miles
    Test number
    414475369201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,759 miles (+2,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    10,759 miles
    Test number
    694090678292
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  22. Pass8,653 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    8,653 miles
    Test number
    572850077214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail8,653 miles (+1,403)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    8,653 miles
    Test number
    232900877280
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass7,250 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    7,250 miles
    Test number
    533532376292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 VXZ

Does LX52 VXZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 VXZ expired on 15 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 VXZ?
The MOT on LX52 VXZ expired on 15 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 VXZ done?
LX52 VXZ was recorded at 71,717 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2022, an average of 4,173 miles a year.
Has LX52 VXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 VXZ has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on LX52 VXZ 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 LX52 VXZ find?
LX52 VXZ passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2022 with 7 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle box; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output, and 4 more.

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