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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

T196 MEYMOT history

T196 MEY is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 6 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 45,478 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Mar 2026
Mileage
45,478 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,335 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T196 MEY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T196 MEY was last recorded at 45,478 miles on 12 Mar 2025, 3,846 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
41,632 miles · 18 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
3,846 miles
Average per year
1,335 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 45,478 miles
  • 2024 – 41,632 miles
  • 2023 – 39,176 miles
  • 2021 – 35,566 miles
  • 2020 – 34,948 miles
  • 2019 – 33,777 miles
  • 2018 – 31,717 miles
  • 2017 – 29,812 miles
  • 2016 – 27,676 miles
  • 2015 – 26,306 miles
  • 2014 – 26,221 miles
  • 2013 – 25,805 miles
  • 2012 – 25,235 miles
  • 2011 – 24,721 miles
  • 2010 – 24,181 miles
  • 2009 – 23,574 miles
  • 2008 – 22,870 miles
  • 2007 – 22,149 miles
  • 2006 – 20,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,478 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Calliper brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both anti roll bar D-bush clamps (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front chassis legs, NSF inner sill, Both Rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Temp fuel cap fitted.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Heavy corrosion to underneath suspension.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,478 miles (+3,846)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    45,478 miles
    Test number
    909904567579
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Calliper brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Both anti roll bar D-bush clamps (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both front chassis legs, NSF inner sill, Both Rear sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass41,632 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    41,632 miles
    Test number
    337851573277
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases to mid. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle coroding
  3. Fail41,631 miles (+2,455)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,631 miles
    Test number
    812137760872
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases to mid. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear axle coroding
  4. Pass39,176 miles (+3,610)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    39,176 miles
    Test number
    706966736356
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened BOTH (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass35,566 miles (+618)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    35,566 miles
    Test number
    801229028237
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower underbody corrosion
  6. Pass34,948 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    34,948 miles
    Test number
    195843276393
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted.
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to underneath suspension.
  7. Fail34,943 miles (+1,166)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,943 miles
    Test number
    304121774829
    • MajorEmissions not tested Due to exhaust condition. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted.
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to underneath suspension.
  8. Pass33,777 miles (+2,060)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    33,777 miles
    Test number
    458978367579
    • AdvisoryHeavy corrosion to rear axle beam.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTemp fuel cap fitted.
  9. Pass31,717 miles (+1,905)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    31,717 miles
    Test number
    725098275656
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre slightly perished.
    • AdvisoryTemporary fuel cap fitted.
  10. Pass29,812 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    29,812 miles
    Test number
    522432278850
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  11. Fail29,809 miles (+2,133)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,809 miles
    Test number
    288841109885
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  12. Pass27,676 miles (+1,370)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    27,676 miles
    Test number
    964619750609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass26,306 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    26,306 miles
    Test number
    326661695037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass26,221 miles (+416)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    26,221 miles
    Test number
    999933794062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,805 miles (+570)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,805 miles
    Test number
    518508273007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,235 miles (+514)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,235 miles
    Test number
    569831882097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,721 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    24,721 miles
    Test number
    495562981061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  18. Fail24,721 miles (+540)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,721 miles
    Test number
    807102481063
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass24,181 miles (+607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,181 miles
    Test number
    301153280089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  20. Pass23,574 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    23,574 miles
    Test number
    173156479023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  21. Fail23,574 miles (+704)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,574 miles
    Test number
    950286779043
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  22. Fail22,870 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,870 miles
    Test number
    182550588042
    • Repaired at testBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRadiator leaking
  23. Pass22,870 miles (+721)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,870 miles
    Test number
    732390488024
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRadiator leaking
  24. Pass22,149 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,149 miles
    Test number
    354827287004
    • NoteRear tyre walls cracking/perishing would advise renewal ASAP
  25. Fail22,149 miles (+1,977)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,149 miles
    Test number
    932526887079
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear tyre walls cracking/perishing advise renewal ASAP
  26. Pass20,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    20,172 miles
    Test number
    551607486024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T196 MEY

Does T196 MEY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T196 MEY expired on 11 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T196 MEY?
The MOT on T196 MEY expired on 11 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T196 MEY done?
T196 MEY was recorded at 45,478 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2025, an average of 1,335 miles a year.
Has T196 MEY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T196 MEY has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T196 MEY 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 T196 MEY find?
T196 MEY passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2025 with 5 advisories: offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material calliper brake pipe corroded; offside front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened both anti roll bar d-bush clamps; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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