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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

T229 OWGMOT history

T229 OWG is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 2 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 45,197 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Apr 2024
Mileage
45,197 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,359 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T229 OWG
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
2 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T229 OWG was last recorded at 45,197 miles on 24 Apr 2023, 2,337 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
42,860 miles · 2 Jun 2021
Between the last two tests
2,337 miles
Average per year
1,359 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 45,197 miles
  • 2021 – 42,860 miles
  • 2019 – 42,137 miles
  • 2018 – 42,024 miles
  • 2017 – 41,906 miles
  • 2016 – 41,096 miles
  • 2015 – 40,101 miles
  • 2014 – 39,088 miles
  • 2013 – 38,213 miles
  • 2012 – 36,621 miles
  • 2011 – 35,373 miles
  • 2010 – 33,739 miles
  • 2009 – 31,502 miles
  • 2008 – 28,944 miles
  • 2007 – 25,571 miles
  • 2006 – 22,280 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,197 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,197 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    45,197 miles
    Test number
    129333513233
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail45,197 miles (+2,337)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,197 miles
    Test number
    817724402960
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass42,860 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    42,860 miles
    Test number
    813557073243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail42,853 miles (+716)3 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,853 miles
    Test number
    676778316755
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass42,137 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    42,137 miles
    Test number
    820391587409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    42,024 miles
    Test number
    325254068160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  7. Fail42,024 miles (+118)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,024 miles
    Test number
    693592578457
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  8. Pass41,906 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    41,906 miles
    Test number
    123596420549
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  9. Fail41,906 miles (+810)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,906 miles
    Test number
    423873565368
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass41,096 miles (+995)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    41,096 miles
    Test number
    648987210696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail40,101 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,101 miles
    Test number
    719322565189
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass40,101 miles (+1,013)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    40,101 miles
    Test number
    799432065162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,088 miles (+875)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    39,088 miles
    Test number
    448809364132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass38,213 miles (+1,592)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,213 miles
    Test number
    127367873174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,621 miles (+1,248)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,621 miles
    Test number
    799957462118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,373 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    35,373 miles
    Test number
    748719451101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail35,365 miles (+1,626)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,365 miles
    Test number
    918728951190
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass33,739 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    33,739 miles
    Test number
    783409770171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail33,732 miles (+2,230)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,732 miles
    Test number
    330506870105
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass31,502 miles (+2,558)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,502 miles
    Test number
    533177869115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,944 miles (+3,373)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    28,944 miles
    Test number
    221321878499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass25,571 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    25,571 miles
    Test number
    664013877101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail25,562 miles (+3,282)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,562 miles
    Test number
    194912677129
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass22,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    22,280 miles
    Test number
    302844666137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail22,280 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,280 miles
    Test number
    190913666122
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T229 OWG

Does T229 OWG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T229 OWG expired on 23 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T229 OWG?
The MOT on T229 OWG expired on 23 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T229 OWG done?
T229 OWG was recorded at 45,197 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2023, an average of 1,359 miles a year.
Has T229 OWG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T229 OWG has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on T229 OWG 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 T229 OWG find?
T229 OWG passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2023 with 3 advisories: central exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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