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Vauxhall Corsa

Red · Petrol · 1997 · 1,195 cc

R478 PEFMOT history

R478 PEF is a red petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 19 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 9 Oct 2023 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 95,596 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Oct 2023
Mileage
95,596 mi
At MOT on 10 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R478 PEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,195 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
19 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

R478 PEF was last recorded at 95,596 miles on 10 Oct 2022, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,590 miles · 8 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,596 miles
  • 2021 – 70,947 miles
  • 2020 – 64,490 miles
  • 2019 – 62,645 miles
  • 2018 – 62,623 miles
  • 2017 – 62,522 miles
  • 2016 – 62,493 miles
  • 2015 – 62,086 miles
  • 2013 – 61,688 miles
  • 2012 – 55,409 miles
  • 2011 – 48,495 miles
  • 2010 – 42,418 miles
  • 2009 – 39,205 miles
  • 2008 – 34,892 miles
  • 2007 – 30,453 miles
  • 2006 – 20,227 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,596 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,596 miles (+6)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    95,596 miles
    Test number
    558929156118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  2. Fail95,590 miles (+24,643)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,590 miles
    Test number
    695752839846
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  3. Pass70,947 miles (+6,457)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,947 miles
    Test number
    860567821140
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront crossmember corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front to rear. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Front to rear. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass64,490 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    64,490 miles
    Test number
    998772957847
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail64,490 miles (+1,845)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,490 miles
    Test number
    590849130122
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor by seat mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass62,645 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    62,645 miles
    Test number
    170669314588

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail62,645 miles (+22)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,645 miles
    Test number
    341859671963
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass62,623 miles (+101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,623 miles
    Test number
    178163206613
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on underside of vehicle but not excessive

  9. Pass62,522 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    62,522 miles
    Test number
    927277299196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass62,493 miles (+407)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,493 miles
    Test number
    265543851142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,086 miles (+398)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    62,086 miles
    Test number
    395210956998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass61,688 miles (+6,279)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    61,688 miles
    Test number
    369982043183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass55,409 miles (+6,914)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    55,409 miles
    Test number
    879675432139
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass48,495 miles (+6,077)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    48,495 miles
    Test number
    649475141162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,418 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    42,418 miles
    Test number
    234055740176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,205 miles
    Test number
    954059339115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,205 miles (+4,313)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,205 miles
    Test number
    930359939150
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  18. Pass34,892 miles (+4,439)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,892 miles
    Test number
    251191448414
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass30,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    30,453 miles
    Test number
    892685147170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail30,453 miles (+10,226)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,453 miles
    Test number
    172512047180
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass20,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    20,227 miles
    Test number
    410310556166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R478 PEF

Does R478 PEF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R478 PEF expired on 9 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R478 PEF?
The MOT on R478 PEF expired on 9 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R478 PEF done?
R478 PEF was recorded at 95,596 miles at its MOT on 10 Oct 2022, an average of 4,606 miles a year.
Has R478 PEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R478 PEF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on R478 PEF 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 PEF find?
R478 PEF passed its latest MOT on 10 Oct 2022 with 6 advisories: nearside front inner integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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