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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,199 cc

S8 HWLMOT history

S8 HWL is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 20 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 72,249 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2025.

S8 HWL silver Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 20 May 2026
Mileage
72,249 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 HWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 May 2026
Latest MOT test
21 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S8 HWL was last recorded at 72,249 miles on 21 May 2025, 320 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,929 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
320 miles
Average per year
2,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 72,249 miles
  • 2024 – 69,083 miles
  • 2023 – 65,505 miles
  • 2022 – 62,124 miles
  • 2021 – 60,294 miles
  • 2020 – 57,975 miles
  • 2019 – 56,286 miles
  • 2018 – 55,282 miles
  • 2016 – 52,141 miles
  • 2015 – 49,685 miles
  • 2014 – 46,964 miles
  • 2013 – 46,003 miles
  • 2012 – 41,811 miles
  • 2011 – 35,872 miles
  • 2009 – 32,500 miles
  • 2008 – 29,602 miles
  • 2007 – 26,883 miles
  • 2006 – 25,060 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,249 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryDrivers seat loss of padding no jaggered edges
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Metal bars showing due to loss of padding on drivers seat, no jaggered edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass72,249 miles (+320)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    72,249 miles
    Test number
    427805645458
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat loss of padding no jaggered edges
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Fail71,929 miles (+2,846)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,929 miles
    Test number
    608758274364
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat loss of padding, bars showing
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Pass69,083 miles (+42)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,083 miles
    Test number
    954558466682
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal bars showing due to loss of padding on drivers seat, no jaggered edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Fail69,041 miles (+3,536)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,041 miles
    Test number
    685920384553
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Front to rear outer sill holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMetal bars showing due to loss of padding on drivers seat, no jaggered edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass65,505 miles (+3,381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    65,505 miles
    Test number
    494590916706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened AXLE BEAM (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass62,124 miles (+1,830)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,124 miles
    Test number
    734109883050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust rear heat shield for rear exhaust box not fitted
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  7. Pass60,294 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    60,294 miles
    Test number
    402868470429
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure middle too back
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear axle corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner side heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  8. Fail60,294 miles (+2,319)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,294 miles
    Test number
    383713041440
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure middle too back
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear axle corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner side heavily corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  9. Pass57,975 miles (+1,689)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    57,975 miles
    Test number
    627729333954
    • AdvisoryBoth front coil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral rear axle corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded down
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  10. Pass56,286 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    56,286 miles
    Test number
    869270910862
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  11. Fail56,281 miles (+999)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,281 miles
    Test number
    299674423480
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs rusty
  12. Pass55,282 miles (+3,141)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    55,282 miles
    Test number
    761158971625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,141 miles (+2,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    52,141 miles
    Test number
    756617154400
    • AdvisoryO/sf and n/s/r tyrewearing on edges
  14. Pass49,685 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    49,685 miles
    Test number
    467263811620
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail49,683 miles (+2,719)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,683 miles
    Test number
    487351516318
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureSub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass46,964 miles (+961)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    46,964 miles
    Test number
    806828084220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,003 miles (+4,192)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,003 miles
    Test number
    617156953221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges
  18. Pass41,811 miles (+5,939)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,811 miles
    Test number
    546387052206
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine management and air bag light on
    • NoteFront subframe and rear axle shultzed
  19. Pass35,872 miles (+1)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,872 miles
    Test number
    195772401288
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and pitted
    • NoteO/s/f tyre starting to crack and perish
  20. Fail35,871 miles (+11)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,871 miles
    Test number
    695651201227
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn and pitted
    • NoteO/s/f tyre starting to crack and perish
  21. Pass35,860 miles (+3,360)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,860 miles
    Test number
    309268331056
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on edges
    • NoteFront discs pitted and corroded
  22. Pass32,500 miles (+2,898)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    32,500 miles
    Test number
    171093489136
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing thin on inner edges
  23. Pass29,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,602 miles
    Test number
    663820258138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,602 miles (+2,719)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,602 miles
    Test number
    701758548191
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  25. Pass26,883 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    26,883 miles
    Test number
    660266077132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail26,856 miles (+1,796)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,856 miles
    Test number
    503950077101
    • DangerousOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  27. Pass25,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    25,060 miles
    Test number
    220794976110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 HWL

Does S8 HWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 HWL expired on 20 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 HWL?
The MOT on S8 HWL expired on 20 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 HWL done?
S8 HWL was recorded at 72,249 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2025, an average of 2,495 miles a year.
Has S8 HWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 HWL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on S8 HWL 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 S8 HWL find?
S8 HWL passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; coolant leak; drivers seat loss of padding no jaggered edges, and 6 more.

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