Vauxhall Corsa
Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 1,389 cc
S78 NEOMOT history
S78 NEO is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 95,844 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2025.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 3 Apr 2025
- Mileage
- 95,844 mi
- At MOT on 31 Mar 2025
- MOT tests
- 25
- 17 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 3,241 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- S78 NEO
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Vauxhall
- Model
- Corsa
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,389 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1998
- First used
- 1 Aug 1998
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 3 Apr 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 31 Mar 2025 (Fail)
Mileage history
S78 NEO was last recorded at 95,844 miles on 31 Mar 2025, 3,453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Apr 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 92,391 miles · 3 Apr 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 3,453 miles
- Average per year
- 3,241 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 95,844 miles
- 2024 – 92,391 miles
- 2023 – 76,588 miles
- 2021 – 76,448 miles
- 2019 – 70,971 miles
- 2018 – 63,646 miles
- 2017 – 57,081 miles
- 2016 – 49,700 miles
- 2015 – 41,680 miles
- 2014 – 41,411 miles
- 2013 – 41,157 miles
- 2012 – 40,937 miles
- 2011 – 40,280 miles
- 2010 – 39,689 miles
- 2009 – 38,990 miles
- 2008 – 38,196 miles
- 2007 – 37,161 miles
- 2006 – 35,290 miles
What the latest MOT found
Fail95,844 miles
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH. (ALSO PERISHED) (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR LEG (6.1.1 (c) (i))
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.
Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both top mounts
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sill
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION RUSTY
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
25 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail95,844 miles (+3,453)6 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,844 miles
- Test number
- 911986453107
- MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
- MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
- MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength WHEEL ARCH (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material ALL (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH. (ALSO PERISHED) (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced REAR LEG (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass92,391 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 92,391 miles
- Test number
- 800906376968
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail92,391 miles (+15,803)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 92,391 miles
- Test number
- 733378254118
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both top mounts (5.3.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass76,588 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 76,588 miles
- Test number
- 836904349619
- AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION RUSTY
- 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))
Fail76,588 miles (+140)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,588 miles
- Test number
- 807923899768
- DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
- MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryFRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION RUSTY
- 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))
Pass76,448 miles (+33)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 76,448 miles
- Test number
- 263557824772
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail76,415 miles (+5,444)5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,415 miles
- Test number
- 693704097799
- MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
Pass70,971 miles (+7,325)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 15 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 70,971 miles
- Test number
- 222155456552
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass63,646 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2019
- Odometer
- 63,646 miles
- Test number
- 918046620114
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Grease (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryMid Exhaust box outer casing corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Fail63,641 miles (+6,560)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 63,641 miles
- Test number
- 825517541473
- DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Grease (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryMid Exhaust box outer casing corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
Pass57,081 miles
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2018
- Odometer
- 57,081 miles
- Test number
- 216259479841
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail57,081 miles (+7,381)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 57,081 miles
- Test number
- 668559087581
- Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
Pass49,700 miles (+8,020)
- MOT expiry
- 15 Jun 2017
- Odometer
- 49,700 miles
- Test number
- 179980224439
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail41,680 miles1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 41,680 miles
- Test number
- 758251765172
- Repaired at testBattery insecure (1.9.1)
Pass41,680 miles (+269)
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2016
- Odometer
- 41,680 miles
- Test number
- 886151765182
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass41,411 miles (+254)1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jun 2015
- Odometer
- 41,411 miles
- Test number
- 669671564194
- AdvisoryOffside Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- NoteMinor scratches on front screen
- NoteOsf tyre cracked
Pass41,157 miles (+220)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 41,157 miles
- Test number
- 275322893115
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass40,937 miles (+657)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2013
- Odometer
- 40,937 miles
- Test number
- 266597572199
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- NoteUnder side rusting
Pass40,280 miles (+591)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 40,280 miles
- Test number
- 579920181161
- AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass39,689 miles (+699)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 39,689 miles
- Test number
- 754479670177
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass38,990 miles (+794)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2010
- Odometer
- 38,990 miles
- Test number
- 820135999196
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass38,196 miles (+1,035)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2009
- Odometer
- 38,196 miles
- Test number
- 382314408409
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass37,161 miles (+1,871)
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2008
- Odometer
- 37,161 miles
- Test number
- 831935707287
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail35,290 miles2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 35,290 miles
- Test number
- 361835206288
- Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass35,290 miles
- MOT expiry
- 23 Jul 2007
- Odometer
- 35,290 miles
- Test number
- 751625406219
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about S78 NEO
- Does S78 NEO currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on S78 NEO expired on 3 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on S78 NEO?
- The MOT on S78 NEO expired on 3 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has S78 NEO done?
- S78 NEO was recorded at 95,844 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2025, an average of 3,241 miles a year.
- Has S78 NEO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. S78 NEO has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2025.
- Has the mileage on S78 NEO 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 S78 NEO find?
- S78 NEO failed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2025 with 6 major defects and 6 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch, and 9 more.
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