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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,195 cc

S742 DOUMOT history

S742 DOU is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 1 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 104,350 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 May 2024
Mileage
104,350 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S742 DOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,195 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2024
Latest MOT test
5 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S742 DOU was last recorded at 104,350 miles on 5 May 2023, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,348 miles · 27 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 104,350 miles
  • 2022 – 104,337 miles
  • 2021 – 103,948 miles
  • 2020 – 94,948 miles
  • 2019 – 90,949 miles
  • 2018 – 83,333 miles
  • 2017 – 78,829 miles
  • 2016 – 75,718 miles
  • 2015 – 72,253 miles
  • 2014 – 67,077 miles
  • 2013 – 61,147 miles
  • 2012 – 58,934 miles
  • 2011 – 56,259 miles
  • 2010 – 53,333 miles
  • 2009 – 49,950 miles
  • 2008 – 46,744 miles
  • 2007 – 43,107 miles
  • 2006 – 39,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,350 miles
  • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coolant leak water hose,Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Horn not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 14 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,350 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    104,350 miles
    Test number
    733080095988
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coolant leak water hose,
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail104,348 miles (+11)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,348 miles
    Test number
    227765962899
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Coolant leak water hose,
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine, (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail104,337 miles (+389)10 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,337 miles
    Test number
    745080291297
    • MajorFront Oil leaking excessively from engine From sump. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both sides. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Back of wheel arch. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Front of wheel arch. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both sides. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,948 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,948 miles
    Test number
    754175270071
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail103,945 miles (+8,997)2 dangerous6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,945 miles
    Test number
    745140830570
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested Oil leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass94,948 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    94,948 miles
    Test number
    451533862946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail94,938 miles (+3,989)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,938 miles
    Test number
    966322044527
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front floor pans corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck perished
    • AdvisorySteel wheels fitted two front of vehicle

  8. Pass90,949 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,949 miles
    Test number
    714452455663
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck perishing

  9. Fail90,942 miles (+7,609)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,942 miles
    Test number
    559383061453
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) rack (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt pretensioner deployed (7.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler neck perishing

  10. Pass83,333 miles (+4,504)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    83,333 miles
    Test number
    907894355484
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights on minimum height

  11. Pass78,829 miles (+3,111)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    78,829 miles
    Test number
    189722787768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass75,718 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    75,718 miles
    Test number
    452539338851
    • AdvisoryStandard headlights fitted at time of test

  13. Fail75,710 miles (+3,457)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,710 miles
    Test number
    830466178939
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass72,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    72,253 miles
    Test number
    216353315027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,253 miles (+5,176)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,253 miles
    Test number
    718493415033
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass67,077 miles (+122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    67,077 miles
    Test number
    818554814004
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail66,955 miles (+5,808)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,955 miles
    Test number
    748760614021
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass61,147 miles (+2,213)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    61,147 miles
    Test number
    979677113022
    • NoteBattery insecure
    • NoteSome outer edge wear on nearside front tyre

  19. Pass58,934 miles (+2,675)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    58,934 miles
    Test number
    296111822015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass56,259 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,259 miles
    Test number
    928165011072
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes cracking

  21. Fail56,259 miles (+2,926)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,259 miles
    Test number
    145525711045
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear axle bushes cracking

  22. Fail53,333 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,333 miles
    Test number
    192046210409
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass53,333 miles (+3,383)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    53,333 miles
    Test number
    810586910068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass49,950 miles (+3,206)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,950 miles
    Test number
    381217819037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,744 miles (+3,637)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    46,744 miles
    Test number
    311455508022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass43,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,107 miles
    Test number
    504153917078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail43,107 miles (+3,458)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,107 miles
    Test number
    534813317072
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  28. Pass39,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    39,649 miles
    Test number
    411424516062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail39,649 miles2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,649 miles
    Test number
    173264816099
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteNearside and offside rear wheel bearing have slight play.
    • NoteRear no plate poor condition.
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge.

Questions about S742 DOU

Does S742 DOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S742 DOU expired on 4 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S742 DOU?
The MOT on S742 DOU expired on 4 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S742 DOU done?
S742 DOU was recorded at 104,350 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2023, an average of 3,739 miles a year.
Has S742 DOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S742 DOU has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S742 DOU 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 S742 DOU find?
S742 DOU passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: central windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; exhaust noisy; offside front upper coolant leak water hose,, and 2 more.

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