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Vauxhall Corsa

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,195 cc

T172 TCNMOT history

T172 TCN is a red petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 3 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 43,490 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
43,490 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T172 TCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,195 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T172 TCN was last recorded at 43,490 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,410 miles · 15 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
1,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 43,490 miles
  • 2025 – 43,410 miles
  • 2024 – 43,215 miles
  • 2023 – 42,509 miles
  • 2022 – 41,096 miles
  • 2021 – 38,642 miles
  • 2020 – 35,849 miles
  • 2019 – 33,889 miles
  • 2018 – 32,970 miles
  • 2017 – 29,639 miles
  • 2016 – 27,122 miles
  • 2015 – 24,443 miles
  • 2014 – 22,401 miles
  • 2013 – 20,573 miles
  • 2012 – 18,430 miles
  • 2011 – 16,954 miles
  • 2010 – 15,185 miles
  • 2009 – 13,358 miles
  • 2008 – 11,378 miles
  • 2007 – 9,555 miles
  • 2006 – 8,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass43,490 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass43,490 miles (+80)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    43,490 miles
    Test number
    645657862838
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass43,410 miles1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    43,410 miles
    Test number
    104172498817
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    897841911754
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass43,215 miles (+706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    43,215 miles
    Test number
    676118639234
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass42,509 miles (+1,413)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    42,509 miles
    Test number
    199239609822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass41,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    41,096 miles
    Test number
    442946025299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail41,095 miles (+2,453)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,095 miles
    Test number
    798145155591
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired linkage seized (1.1.17 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake low effort

  8. Pass38,642 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    38,642 miles
    Test number
    162326815231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail38,640 miles (+2,791)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,640 miles
    Test number
    692279814280
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brake cable damaged corroded and frayed (1.1.15 (a))

  10. Pass35,849 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    35,849 miles
    Test number
    430061413787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail35,846 miles (+1,957)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,846 miles
    Test number
    204470958735
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass33,889 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    33,889 miles
    Test number
    931520665618
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  13. Fail33,884 miles (+914)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,884 miles
    Test number
    485543273041
    • MajorBrake lever pivot has excessive wear or free play (1.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security outrigger (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  14. Pass32,970 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    32,970 miles
    Test number
    415145947860
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Fail32,959 miles (+3,320)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,959 miles
    Test number
    746280356496
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass29,639 miles (+2,517)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    29,639 miles
    Test number
    271481769355
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass27,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    27,122 miles
    Test number
    165375906592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,122 miles (+2,679)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,122 miles
    Test number
    685116890790
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass24,443 miles (+2,042)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    24,443 miles
    Test number
    227503245022
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass22,401 miles (+1,828)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    22,401 miles
    Test number
    606613044031
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

  21. Pass20,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    20,573 miles
    Test number
    525483953028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,573 miles (+4)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,573 miles
    Test number
    185523153432
    • FailureNearside Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Fail20,569 miles (+2,139)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,569 miles
    Test number
    787261753071
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth front and rear tyres perished and split in tread due to age
    • NoteCenter exhaust corroded
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cut on inner edge not deep enought to reach ply cords

  24. Pass18,430 miles (+1,476)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    18,430 miles
    Test number
    756232452039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,954 miles (+1,769)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    16,954 miles
    Test number
    476067241010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,185 miles (+1,827)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    15,185 miles
    Test number
    742053350023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass13,358 miles (+1,980)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    13,358 miles
    Test number
    360760959003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,378 miles (+1,823)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    11,378 miles
    Test number
    101323158422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass9,555 miles (+938)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    9,555 miles
    Test number
    422983057037
    • NoteBoth Front Brake Flexible Hoses Are Showing Signs Of Corrosion At Joints With Calipers

  30. Pass8,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    8,617 miles
    Test number
    702594756094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T172 TCN

Does T172 TCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T172 TCN is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T172 TCN?
The MOT on T172 TCN is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T172 TCN done?
T172 TCN was recorded at 43,490 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 1,743 miles a year.
Has T172 TCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T172 TCN has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on T172 TCN 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 T172 TCN find?
T172 TCN passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 5 more.

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