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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,389 cc

S42 TCRMOT history

S42 TCR is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 5 Oct 1998. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 79,674 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
79,674 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S42 TCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
5 Oct 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S42 TCR was last recorded at 79,674 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 6,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,940 miles · 16 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,734 miles
Average per year
3,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,674 miles
  • 2025 – 72,940 miles
  • 2024 – 67,623 miles
  • 2023 – 58,378 miles
  • 2022 – 50,767 miles
  • 2021 – 38,821 miles
  • 2020 – 32,458 miles
  • 2017 – 26,380 miles
  • 2016 – 21,544 miles
  • 2015 – 21,045 miles
  • 2014 – 20,406 miles
  • 2013 – 19,235 miles
  • 2012 – 18,726 miles
  • 2011 – 17,773 miles
  • 2009 – 17,061 miles
  • 2008 – 16,704 miles
  • 2007 – 15,944 miles
  • 2006 – 15,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,674 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,674 miles (+6,734)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    79,674 miles
    Test number
    329783275828
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass72,940 miles (+5,317)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    72,940 miles
    Test number
    313743896156
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to centre joint (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass67,623 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    67,623 miles
    Test number
    719887699592
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail67,551 miles (+9,173)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,551 miles
    Test number
    520505139084
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner & outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass58,378 miles (+7,611)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    58,378 miles
    Test number
    269557084916
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass50,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    50,767 miles
    Test number
    868886200815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail50,767 miles (+11,946)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,767 miles
    Test number
    679691697138
    • MajorHeadlamp insecure both (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass38,821 miles (+6,363)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    38,821 miles
    Test number
    349878824010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,458 miles (+6,078)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    32,458 miles
    Test number
    785137287385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass26,380 miles (+4,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    26,380 miles
    Test number
    352578745536
    • AdvisoryO/S/F, N/S/R, O/S/R tyres cracking between tread
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  11. Pass21,544 miles (+499)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    21,544 miles
    Test number
    570240330844
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre perished
    • AdvisoryRear tyres perished

  12. Pass21,045 miles (+639)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    21,045 miles
    Test number
    476627135014
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteAll tyres perishing

  13. Pass20,406 miles (+1,171)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    20,406 miles
    Test number
    738983824057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,235 miles (+509)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    19,235 miles
    Test number
    418350033049
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass18,726 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    18,726 miles
    Test number
    148577422006
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly perished
    • NoteBoth rear tyres badly perished

  16. Fail18,726 miles (+953)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,726 miles
    Test number
    205637522084
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres badly perished
    • NoteBoth rear tyres badly perished

  17. Pass17,773 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    17,773 miles
    Test number
    106763031045
    • NoteAll tyres perishing but not enough to significantly weaken the structure

  18. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    661886840089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass17,061 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    17,061 miles
    Test number
    254567249040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass16,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    16,704 miles
    Test number
    490189948011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail16,704 miles (+760)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,704 miles
    Test number
    822139348013
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  22. Pass15,944 miles (+523)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    15,944 miles
    Test number
    351520447089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,421 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    15,421 miles
    Test number
    990168946046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S42 TCR

Does S42 TCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S42 TCR is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S42 TCR?
The MOT on S42 TCR is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S42 TCR done?
S42 TCR was recorded at 79,674 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 3,222 miles a year.
Has S42 TCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S42 TCR has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S42 TCR 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 S42 TCR find?
S42 TCR passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside rear coil spring corroded.

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