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Vauxhall Corsa

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 973 cc

T231 VWSMOT history

T231 VWS is a red petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 30 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 56,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Oct 2027
Mileage
56,113 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,180 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T231 VWS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T231 VWS was last recorded at 56,113 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,113 miles · 9 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,180 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 56,113 miles
  • 2025 – 55,864 miles
  • 2024 – 55,520 miles
  • 2023 – 55,057 miles
  • 2022 – 54,536 miles
  • 2021 – 54,018 miles
  • 2020 – 53,312 miles
  • 2019 – 51,538 miles
  • 2018 – 49,069 miles
  • 2017 – 47,841 miles
  • 2016 – 46,729 miles
  • 2015 – 45,761 miles
  • 2014 – 44,718 miles
  • 2013 – 43,521 miles
  • 2012 – 42,470 miles
  • 2011 – 41,364 miles
  • 2010 – 39,865 miles
  • 2009 – 38,063 miles
  • 2008 – 36,427 miles
  • 2007 – 35,159 miles
  • 2006 – 32,834 miles
  • 2005 – 30,952 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,113 miles
  • AdvisoryFront suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear axle corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Jun 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,113 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    56,113 miles
    Test number
    907864068985
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Fail56,113 miles (+249)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,113 miles
    Test number
    133012183565
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension components corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  3. Pass55,864 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    55,864 miles
    Test number
    848751243826
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail55,864 miles (+344)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,864 miles
    Test number
    883580518691
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt webbing significantly weakened cut from edge greater than 2mm (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass55,520 miles (+463)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    55,520 miles
    Test number
    109421842652
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass55,057 miles (+521)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    55,057 miles
    Test number
    274480525690

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,536 miles (+518)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    54,536 miles
    Test number
    507086262547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass54,018 miles (+706)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    54,018 miles
    Test number
    302595259219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,312 miles (+1,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    53,312 miles
    Test number
    384097877108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass51,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    51,538 miles
    Test number
    412381404694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail51,538 miles (+2,469)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,538 miles
    Test number
    508732311455
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass49,069 miles (+1,228)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    49,069 miles
    Test number
    735310231487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre starting to split but not exposing cords or ply
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre starting to split but not exposing cords or ply

  13. Pass47,841 miles (+1,112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    47,841 miles
    Test number
    713157954440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre cracked but not exposing cords or ply
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre cracked but not exposing cords or ply

  14. Pass46,729 miles (+968)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,729 miles
    Test number
    571733755535
    • AdvisoryFront front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

  15. Pass45,761 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,761 miles
    Test number
    188768995070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,761 miles (+1,043)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,761 miles
    Test number
    265748095066
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  17. Pass44,718 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    44,718 miles
    Test number
    829860704147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,521 miles (+1,051)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,521 miles
    Test number
    667415493072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,470 miles (+1,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    42,470 miles
    Test number
    749797982086
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass41,364 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,364 miles
    Test number
    248891691040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  21. Fail41,364 miles (+1,499)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,364 miles
    Test number
    138491491080
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass39,865 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,865 miles
    Test number
    450406190056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail39,865 miles (+1,802)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,865 miles
    Test number
    152806090029
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  24. Pass38,063 miles (+1,636)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,063 miles
    Test number
    120736099498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,427 miles
    Test number
    621088898044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail36,427 miles (+1,268)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,427 miles
    Test number
    583418598030
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  27. Pass35,159 miles (+2,325)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    35,159 miles
    Test number
    950612407123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,834 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    32,834 miles
    Test number
    653301576156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass30,952 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2006
    Odometer
    30,952 miles
    Test number
    700246265105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T231 VWS

Does T231 VWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T231 VWS is valid until 11 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T231 VWS?
The MOT on T231 VWS is valid until 11 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T231 VWS done?
T231 VWS was recorded at 56,113 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 1,180 miles a year.
Has T231 VWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T231 VWS has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on T231 VWS 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 T231 VWS find?
T231 VWS passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension components corroded; rear axle corroded.

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