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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 2011 · 1,389 cc

S88 SMJMOT history

S88 SMJ is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 22 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 74,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jan 2026.

S88 SMJ silver Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
74,735 mi
At MOT on 23 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,398 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 SMJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 SMJ was last recorded at 74,735 miles on 23 Jan 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,731 miles · 20 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
3,398 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 74,735 miles
  • 2025 – 71,912 miles
  • 2024 – 70,309 miles
  • 2023 – 67,953 miles
  • 2022 – 64,222 miles
  • 2021 – 61,645 miles
  • 2020 – 59,450 miles
  • 2019 – 55,208 miles
  • 2018 – 52,363 miles
  • 2016 – 45,302 miles
  • 2015 – 40,154 miles
  • 2014 – 35,515 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,735 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced + both lower arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced & both lower suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced + lower suspension arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,735 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    74,735 miles
    Test number
    377743135804
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced + both lower arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail74,731 miles (+2,819)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,731 miles
    Test number
    382032237808
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced axle beam (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced + both lower arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass71,912 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    71,912 miles
    Test number
    112798657088
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced & both lower suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail71,909 miles (+1,600)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,909 miles
    Test number
    689514689831
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure badly perished to chords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced & both lower suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both o/s & n/s <3.00mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s dayrunning light not working pre 2018

  5. Pass70,309 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    70,309 miles
    Test number
    567728200409
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced + lower suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail70,305 miles (+2,352)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,305 miles
    Test number
    531463400378
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced + lower suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant level low

  7. Pass67,953 miles (+3,731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    67,953 miles
    Test number
    126077159808
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced & lower suspension arms (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass64,222 miles (+2,577)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    64,222 miles
    Test number
    224677145963
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe covered in grease or other material

  9. Pass61,645 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    61,645 miles
    Test number
    646374009274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake high
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in grease or other materials

  10. Fail61,645 miles (+2,195)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,645 miles
    Test number
    847768631734
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake high
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes covered in grease or other materials

  11. Pass59,450 miles (+4,242)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    59,450 miles
    Test number
    681504109158
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear shock casings corroded

  12. Pass55,208 miles (+2,845)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    55,208 miles
    Test number
    470664004687
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass52,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    52,363 miles
    Test number
    868805572199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,363 miles (+7,061)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,363 miles
    Test number
    517050720054
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  15. Pass45,302 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    45,302 miles
    Test number
    125333605138
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Fail45,248 miles (+5,094)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,248 miles
    Test number
    337900353731
    • FailureFront Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment both (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively rubbers excessively deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass40,154 miles (+4,639)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,154 miles
    Test number
    776072285196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass35,515 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    35,515 miles
    Test number
    605620694176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S88 SMJ

Does S88 SMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 SMJ is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 SMJ?
The MOT on S88 SMJ is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 SMJ done?
S88 SMJ was recorded at 74,735 miles at its MOT on 23 Jan 2026, an average of 3,398 miles a year.
Has S88 SMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 SMJ has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S88 SMJ 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 S88 SMJ find?
S88 SMJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: front sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced + both lower arms; oil leak, but not excessive.

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