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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 973 cc

T266 CDUMOT history

T266 CDU is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 21 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jan 2026 and it has passed 19 of 33 MOT tests, with 86,967 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jan 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jan 2026
Mileage
86,967 mi
At MOT on 17 Jan 2026
MOT tests
33
19 passed · 14 failed
Per year
3,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T266 CDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T266 CDU was last recorded at 86,967 miles on 17 Jan 2026, 4,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,853 miles · 9 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,114 miles
Average per year
3,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,967 miles
  • 2025 – 82,853 miles
  • 2024 – 78,937 miles
  • 2023 – 72,901 miles
  • 2022 – 63,907 miles
  • 2021 – 56,439 miles
  • 2019 – 46,069 miles
  • 2018 – 37,340 miles
  • 2017 – 33,859 miles
  • 2016 – 31,732 miles
  • 2015 – 28,024 miles
  • 2014 – 26,858 miles
  • 2013 – 24,434 miles
  • 2012 – 19,984 miles
  • 2011 – 17,743 miles
  • 2010 – 15,700 miles
  • 2009 – 15,660 miles
  • 2008 – 15,480 miles
  • 2007 – 14,594 miles
  • 2006 – 13,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail86,967 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Front tyre cracking

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Corrosion to both rear inner sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail86,967 miles (+4,114)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,967 miles
    Test number
    794908241099
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass82,853 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    82,853 miles
    Test number
    328074180775
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated filler pipe (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail82,853 miles (+3,916)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,853 miles
    Test number
    956492921513
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner sills
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated filler pipe (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass78,937 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,937 miles
    Test number
    991026091209
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated filler hose (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail78,937 miles (+6,036)2 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,937 miles
    Test number
    337851141731
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated filler hose (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,901 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    72,901 miles
    Test number
    198179167445
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner sills

  7. Fail72,901 miles (+8,994)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,901 miles
    Test number
    917386370068
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both rear inner sills

  8. Pass63,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    63,907 miles
    Test number
    887463613037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail63,907 miles (+7,468)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,907 miles
    Test number
    980396680234
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.1.3 (f) (i))

  10. Pass56,439 miles (+10,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    56,439 miles
    Test number
    641073716687
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass46,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    46,069 miles
    Test number
    203921266481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail46,069 miles (+8,729)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,069 miles
    Test number
    775917666273
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  13. Pass37,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    37,340 miles
    Test number
    953210496265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail37,340 miles (+3,481)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,340 miles
    Test number
    490511350392
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass33,859 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    33,859 miles
    Test number
    759769398067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.65mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking

  16. Fail33,858 miles (+2,126)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,858 miles
    Test number
    840358083663
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.65mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking

  17. Pass31,732 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    31,732 miles
    Test number
    529277251705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking within tread pattern

  18. Fail31,730 miles (+3,706)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,730 miles
    Test number
    310556355270
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking within tread pattern

  19. Pass28,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,024 miles
    Test number
    229127375446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,023 miles (+1,165)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,023 miles
    Test number
    189317475102
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  21. Pass26,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    26,858 miles
    Test number
    948837174159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail26,856 miles (+2,422)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,856 miles
    Test number
    568917174158
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

  23. Pass24,434 miles (+4,450)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    24,434 miles
    Test number
    436452683146
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust system cracked

  24. Pass19,984 miles (+2,241)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    19,984 miles
    Test number
    838001492137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass17,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    17,743 miles
    Test number
    878846601219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail17,743 miles (+2,043)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,743 miles
    Test number
    559356201271
    • FailureCentre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Fail15,700 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,700 miles
    Test number
    331671500246
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass15,700 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    15,700 miles
    Test number
    443421700272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass15,660 miles (+180)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    15,660 miles
    Test number
    154422909282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass15,480 miles (+886)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    15,480 miles
    Test number
    360733608275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass14,594 miles (+1,000)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,594 miles
    Test number
    180924107273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass13,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    13,594 miles
    Test number
    492777606264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail13,594 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,594 miles
    Test number
    324635106291
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about T266 CDU

Does T266 CDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T266 CDU expired on 13 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T266 CDU?
The MOT on T266 CDU expired on 13 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T266 CDU done?
T266 CDU was recorded at 86,967 miles at its MOT on 17 Jan 2026, an average of 3,766 miles a year.
Has T266 CDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T266 CDU has failed 14 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T266 CDU 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 T266 CDU find?
T266 CDU failed its latest MOT on 17 Jan 2026 with 3 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; front windscreen washer not working, and 3 more.

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