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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

T159 VHJMOT history

T159 VHJ is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 7 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 27 May 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 111,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 May 2024
Mileage
111,180 mi
At MOT on 28 May 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,450 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T159 VHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 May 2024
Latest MOT test
28 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T159 VHJ was last recorded at 111,180 miles on 28 May 2024, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,166 miles · 23 May 2024
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
3,450 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 111,180 miles
  • 2023 – 109,034 miles
  • 2022 – 107,016 miles
  • 2021 – 104,664 miles
  • 2020 – 103,462 miles
  • 2019 – 102,248 miles
  • 2018 – 100,813 miles
  • 2017 – 98,616 miles
  • 2016 – 95,981 miles
  • 2015 – 92,844 miles
  • 2014 – 89,082 miles
  • 2013 – 87,489 miles
  • 2012 – 85,152 miles
  • 2011 – 83,452 miles
  • 2010 – 81,507 miles
  • 2009 – 78,613 miles
  • 2008 – 74,959 miles
  • 2007 – 64,169 miles
  • 2006 – 48,979 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail111,180 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
  • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering rough on operation

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail111,180 miles (+14)4 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,180 miles
    Test number
    966160609159
    • DangerousNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rough on operation

  2. Fail111,166 miles (+2,132)3 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,166 miles
    Test number
    901351822779
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Vehicle structure damaged/corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,034 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    109,034 miles
    Test number
    191184002190
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail109,034 miles (+2,018)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,034 miles
    Test number
    898983129858
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass107,016 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    107,016 miles
    Test number
    604011696203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  6. Fail107,016 miles (+2,352)2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,016 miles
    Test number
    257935249468
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass104,664 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    104,664 miles
    Test number
    282818679333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre side walls have cracks
    • AdvisoryBoth sides top mountings have slight movement

  8. Fail104,663 miles (+1,201)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,663 miles
    Test number
    281023989040
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides top mountings have slight movement

  9. Pass103,462 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    103,462 miles
    Test number
    336305727574
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Fail103,460 miles (+1,212)1 dangerous5 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,460 miles
    Test number
    542438623504
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass102,248 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,248 miles
    Test number
    117837026610
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rough on operation (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front struts have slight movement on top mountings

  12. Fail102,248 miles (+1,435)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,248 miles
    Test number
    272843802987
    • DangerousNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rough on operation (2.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass100,813 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    100,813 miles
    Test number
    360782053954
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hose ends corroded

  14. Fail100,813 miles (+2,197)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,813 miles
    Test number
    783421746510
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure near side front head lamp insecured (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure off side front head lamp insecured (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and baffles noisey in rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hose ends corroded

  15. Pass98,616 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    98,616 miles
    Test number
    813955960699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edge

  16. Fail98,616 miles (+2,635)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,616 miles
    Test number
    768404786013
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering floor (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on outer edge

  17. Pass95,981 miles (+3,137)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    95,981 miles
    Test number
    324465372644
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres feathering on edges
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on o/s front jacking point

  18. Pass92,844 miles (+3,762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,844 miles
    Test number
    186622245134
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass89,082 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2015
    Odometer
    89,082 miles
    Test number
    619876734122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail89,082 miles (+1,593)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,082 miles
    Test number
    906515334145
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass87,489 miles (+2,337)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2014
    Odometer
    87,489 miles
    Test number
    295552443483
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass85,152 miles (+1,700)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,152 miles
    Test number
    926896842198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on side and tread walls
    • NoteNearside front tyre feathering on edges

  23. Pass83,452 miles (+1,945)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    83,452 miles
    Test number
    748900141138
    • NoteBoth rear tyres cracking on tread wall
    • NoteOffside front tyre feathering on inner edge

  24. Pass81,507 miles (+2,894)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    81,507 miles
    Test number
    374675040116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  25. Pass78,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    78,613 miles
    Test number
    414116649198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail78,613 miles (+3,654)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,613 miles
    Test number
    554296449110
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass74,959 miles (+10,790)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    74,959 miles
    Test number
    851687938160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass64,169 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    64,169 miles
    Test number
    113108537180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail64,169 miles (+15,190)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,169 miles
    Test number
    751328637134
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  30. Pass48,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    48,979 miles
    Test number
    633638236109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T159 VHJ

Does T159 VHJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T159 VHJ expired on 27 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T159 VHJ?
The MOT on T159 VHJ expired on 27 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T159 VHJ done?
T159 VHJ was recorded at 111,180 miles at its MOT on 28 May 2024, an average of 3,450 miles a year.
Has T159 VHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T159 VHJ has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T159 VHJ 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 T159 VHJ find?
T159 VHJ failed its latest MOT on 28 May 2024 with 4 dangerous defects, 4 major defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner arch; offside front brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail; offside front outer vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering sill, and 11 more.

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