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Vauxhall Corsa

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 1,389 cc

S109 SWPMOT history

S109 SWP is a red petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 30 Nov 1998. Its MOT expired on 24 Sept 2015 and it has passed 10 of 17 MOT tests, with 46,257 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Sept 2015
Mileage
46,257 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2022
MOT tests
17
10 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S109 SWP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
30 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Sept 2015
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S109 SWP was last recorded at 46,257 miles on 5 Dec 2022, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,256 miles · 21 May 2021
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 46,257 miles
  • 2021 – 46,256 miles
  • 2014 – 46,209 miles
  • 2013 – 45,466 miles
  • 2012 – 45,100 miles
  • 2011 – 43,608 miles
  • 2010 – 41,878 miles
  • 2009 – 40,009 miles
  • 2008 – 37,346 miles
  • 2007 – 33,989 miles
  • 2006 – 31,003 miles
  • 2005 – 28,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail46,257 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all 4 (5.2.3 (l))
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust catches bumper

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail46,257 miles (+1)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,257 miles
    Test number
    326214246136
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorTyre obviously under inflated all 4 (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust catches bumper
  2. Fail46,256 miles (+47)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,256 miles
    Test number
    945645674819
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass46,209 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    46,209 miles
    Test number
    685718344202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail46,205 miles (+739)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,205 miles
    Test number
    969897444237
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  5. Pass45,466 miles (+366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    45,466 miles
    Test number
    177193763219
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
  6. Pass45,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    45,100 miles
    Test number
    538614962295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail45,097 miles (+1,489)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,097 miles
    Test number
    976734662237
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
  8. Pass43,608 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    43,608 miles
    Test number
    539006961205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail43,599 miles (+1,721)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,599 miles
    Test number
    525305961282
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
  10. Pass41,878 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    41,878 miles
    Test number
    733496860200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail41,874 miles (+1,865)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,874 miles
    Test number
    551645860237
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
  12. Pass40,009 miles (+2,663)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    40,009 miles
    Test number
    881524269285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass37,346 miles (+3,357)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,346 miles
    Test number
    683876568252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,989 miles (+2,986)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,989 miles
    Test number
    302131067461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,003 miles (+2,913)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,003 miles
    Test number
    830344266291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,090 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    28,090 miles
    Test number
    443825765280
    • NoteTyre side walls are deterioating.
  17. Fail28,090 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,090 miles
    Test number
    722875665253
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • NoteTyre side walls are deterioating.

Questions about S109 SWP

Does S109 SWP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S109 SWP expired on 24 Sept 2015, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S109 SWP?
The MOT on S109 SWP expired on 24 Sept 2015. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S109 SWP done?
S109 SWP was recorded at 46,257 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2022, an average of 1,056 miles a year.
Has S109 SWP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S109 SWP has failed 7 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on S109 SWP 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 S109 SWP find?
S109 SWP failed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2022 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively; offside rear inner seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced wheel arch, and 6 more.

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