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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 1,389 cc

R478 MGKMOT history

R478 MGK is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 18 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 122,792 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2026
Mileage
122,792 mi
At MOT on 5 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,552 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R478 MGK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
18 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

R478 MGK was last recorded at 122,792 miles on 5 Oct 2026, 4,891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,901 miles · 17 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,891 miles
Average per year
2,552 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,792 miles
  • 2025 – 117,901 miles
  • 2024 – 113,101 miles
  • 2023 – 113,044 miles
  • 2022 – 112,973 miles
  • 2021 – 112,827 miles
  • 2020 – 112,477 miles
  • 2019 – 111,857 miles
  • 2018 – 109,841 miles
  • 2017 – 106,396 miles
  • 2016 – 101,825 miles
  • 2015 – 98,415 miles
  • 2014 – 95,656 miles
  • 2013 – 92,346 miles
  • 2012 – 89,475 miles
  • 2011 – 86,566 miles
  • 2010 – 83,928 miles
  • 2009 – 81,179 miles
  • 2008 – 78,119 miles
  • 2007 – 74,339 miles
  • 2006 – 70,527 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,792 miles
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened both brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Just above wishbone mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind exhaust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,792 miles (+4,891)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,792 miles
    Test number
    223181584345
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened both brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Just above wishbone mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Behind exhaust (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,901 miles (+4,800)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    117,901 miles
    Test number
    664462596761
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor not fully secure (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass113,101 miles (+57)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    113,101 miles
    Test number
    831634943867
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass113,044 miles (+6)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    113,044 miles
    Test number
    508235781481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail113,038 miles (+65)4 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,038 miles
    Test number
    103076908073
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer and inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass112,973 miles (+146)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    112,973 miles
    Test number
    408038955644
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s and o/s/f inner steering knuckle

  7. Pass112,827 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    112,827 miles
    Test number
    276267580087
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail112,827 miles (+350)1 repaired1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,827 miles
    Test number
    696043793579
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass112,477 miles (+620)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,477 miles
    Test number
    124229973162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass111,857 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,857 miles
    Test number
    331373088170
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail111,843 miles (+2,002)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,843 miles
    Test number
    925604905620
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass109,841 miles (+3,445)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    109,841 miles
    Test number
    732882777870
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

  13. Pass106,396 miles (+4,571)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    106,396 miles
    Test number
    183515356498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass101,825 miles (+3,410)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,825 miles
    Test number
    621306573407
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension coil springs corroded

  15. Pass98,415 miles (+2,759)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    98,415 miles
    Test number
    177337185493
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteN/s/r inner sil area corroding/weakening

  16. Pass95,656 miles (+3,310)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    95,656 miles
    Test number
    505768794018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass92,346 miles (+2,871)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    92,346 miles
    Test number
    919819793015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn inner edge

  18. Pass89,475 miles (+2,909)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    89,475 miles
    Test number
    919663702180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass86,566 miles (+2,638)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    86,566 miles
    Test number
    219535391088
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass83,928 miles (+2,749)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    83,928 miles
    Test number
    303410100125
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteMiddle silencer rubber hanger broken

  21. Pass81,179 miles (+3,060)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    81,179 miles
    Test number
    833274499098
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteSlight brake binding from o/s/r brakes

  22. Pass78,119 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    78,119 miles
    Test number
    213465908468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail78,114 miles (+3,775)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,114 miles
    Test number
    543842608194
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  24. Pass74,339 miles (+3,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    74,339 miles
    Test number
    123917597435
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  25. Pass70,527 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    70,527 miles
    Test number
    363953006177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail70,527 miles2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,527 miles
    Test number
    111292706135
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront and rear brake hose ferrules corroded
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

Questions about R478 MGK

Does R478 MGK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R478 MGK is valid until 25 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on R478 MGK?
The MOT on R478 MGK is valid until 25 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R478 MGK done?
R478 MGK was recorded at 122,792 miles at its MOT on 5 Oct 2026, an average of 2,552 miles a year.
Has R478 MGK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R478 MGK has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on R478 MGK 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 R478 MGK find?
R478 MGK failed its latest MOT on 5 Oct 2026 with 8 major defects and 6 advisories: horn not working; nearside front position lamp light intensity significantly reduced; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength seal, and 11 more.

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