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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

T251 ABNMOT history

T251 ABN is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 82,550 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Jul 2024
Mileage
82,550 mi
At MOT on 8 Jul 2024
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T251 ABN
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
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
8 Jul 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

T251 ABN was last recorded at 82,550 miles on 8 Jul 2024, 2,670 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 May 2010: 45,789 miles, lower than 444,458 miles on 21 May 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
79,880 miles · 17 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
2,670 miles
Average per year
2,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 82,550 miles
  • 2023 – 79,880 miles
  • 2022 – 75,629 miles
  • 2021 – 73,876 miles
  • 2020 – 66,788 miles
  • 2019 – 62,409 miles
  • 2018 – 57,553 miles
  • 2017 – 54,400 miles
  • 2016 – 53,136 miles
  • 2015 – 52,146 miles
  • 2014 – 50,917 miles
  • 2013 – 49,163 miles
  • 2012 – 48,006 miles
  • 2011 – 46,922 miles
  • 2010 – 45,789 miles
  • 2009 – 444,458 miles
  • 2008 – 43,045 miles
  • 2007 – 41,113 miles
  • 2006 – 39,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail82,550 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis end to rear x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

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.

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail82,550 miles (+2,670)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,550 miles
    Test number
    257303987338
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength by axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis end to rear x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength x member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  2. Pass79,880 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    79,880 miles
    Test number
    507489924055
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail79,880 miles (+4,251)2 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,880 miles
    Test number
    748553835763
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass75,629 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    75,629 miles
    Test number
    130350207492
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  5. Fail75,629 miles (+1,753)2 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,629 miles
    Test number
    452219586754
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  6. Pass73,876 miles (+7,088)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,876 miles
    Test number
    823286554308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass66,788 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    66,788 miles
    Test number
    305647617100
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drivebelt is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Chassis outrigger is corroding but not considered excessive

  8. Fail66,788 miles (+4,379)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,788 miles
    Test number
    583985857093
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAuxiliary drivebelt is deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Chassis outrigger is corroding but not considered excessive

  9. Pass62,409 miles (+4,856)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,409 miles
    Test number
    656167889477
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak from radiator
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass57,553 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    57,553 miles
    Test number
    252083778026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail57,547 miles (+3,147)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,547 miles
    Test number
    743114140933
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSteering wheel has movement relative to the column indicating looseness (2.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass54,400 miles (+1,264)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,400 miles
    Test number
    139628805747
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres beginning to perish
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySlight free play detected at steering wheel

  13. Pass53,136 miles (+990)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,136 miles
    Test number
    268533034512
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Offside front floor/jacking point area. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to crack/split across the tread and side-walls.
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak.
    • AdvisoryUnder-side of the vehicle getting corroded.

  14. Pass52,146 miles (+1,229)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    52,146 miles
    Test number
    137364155113
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slightly perished

  15. Pass50,917 miles (+1,754)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    50,917 miles
    Test number
    325877454168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,163 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    49,163 miles
    Test number
    128844843101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,006 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    48,006 miles
    Test number
    396889322141
    • NoteUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  18. Fail48,006 miles (+1,084)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,006 miles
    Test number
    757739722173
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • NoteUnderside showing signs of corrosion

  19. Pass46,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    46,922 miles
    Test number
    365383431149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,922 miles (+1,133)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,922 miles
    Test number
    988182231125
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass45,789 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    45,789 miles
    Test number
    113248230110
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Fail45,789 miles (-398,669)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,789 miles
    Test number
    772078530173
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass444,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2010
    Odometer
    444,458 miles
    Test number
    541301449122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail444,458 miles (+401,413)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    444,458 miles
    Test number
    330731949184
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass43,045 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2009
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    624812848148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail43,045 miles (+1,932)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,045 miles
    Test number
    290212748135
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass41,113 miles (+1,983)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2008
    Odometer
    41,113 miles
    Test number
    741131547168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,130 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,130 miles
    Test number
    740924646198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail39,130 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,130 miles
    Test number
    831684046169
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Questions about T251 ABN

Does T251 ABN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T251 ABN expired on 16 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T251 ABN?
The MOT on T251 ABN expired on 16 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T251 ABN done?
T251 ABN was recorded at 82,550 miles at its MOT on 8 Jul 2024, an average of 2,396 miles a year.
Has T251 ABN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T251 ABN has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on T251 ABN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 May 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T251 ABN find?
T251 ABN failed its latest MOT on 8 Jul 2024 with 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; offside front upper macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn, and 11 more.

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