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Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 973 cc

T279 MECMOT history

T279 MEC is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 19 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 46,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2024
Mileage
46,200 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T279 MEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T279 MEC was last recorded at 46,200 miles on 10 Jan 2023, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
46,176 miles · 5 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
1,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 46,200 miles
  • 2021 – 42,286 miles
  • 2020 – 40,488 miles
  • 2017 – 40,363 miles
  • 2016 – 39,632 miles
  • 2015 – 38,780 miles
  • 2014 – 37,574 miles
  • 2013 – 36,307 miles
  • 2012 – 34,824 miles
  • 2011 – 33,112 miles
  • 2010 – 31,183 miles
  • 2009 – 29,530 miles
  • 2008 – 27,715 miles
  • 2007 – 26,212 miles
  • 2006 – 23,976 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass46,200 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass46,200 miles (+24)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    46,200 miles
    Test number
    571295188378
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail46,176 miles (+3,890)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,176 miles
    Test number
    163708748574
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass42,286 miles (+1,798)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    42,286 miles
    Test number
    547253347518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass40,488 miles (+125)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    40,488 miles
    Test number
    338005837944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass40,363 miles (+731)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,363 miles
    Test number
    657165352734
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres slightly perished
    • AdvisoryN/s door mirror cracked

  6. Pass39,632 miles (+852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    39,632 miles
    Test number
    426642691165
    • AdvisoryN/s mirror glass cracked

  7. Pass38,780 miles (+1,206)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    38,780 miles
    Test number
    356415175014
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  8. Pass37,574 miles (+1,267)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    37,574 miles
    Test number
    308276174057
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  9. Pass36,307 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,307 miles
    Test number
    167684573412
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s door mirror cracked

  10. Fail36,307 miles (+1,483)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,307 miles
    Test number
    106184373016
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s door mirror cracked

  11. Pass34,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,824 miles
    Test number
    967345972086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail34,824 miles (+1,712)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,824 miles
    Test number
    578215072096
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

  13. Pass33,112 miles (+1,929)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    33,112 miles
    Test number
    426116571090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass31,183 miles (+1,653)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    31,183 miles
    Test number
    951857670042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,530 miles (+1,815)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,530 miles
    Test number
    551667179063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass27,715 miles (+1,503)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    27,715 miles
    Test number
    670517478050
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass26,212 miles (+2,236)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    26,212 miles
    Test number
    442361877019
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass23,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    23,976 miles
    Test number
    484372676038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T279 MEC

Does T279 MEC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T279 MEC expired on 9 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T279 MEC?
The MOT on T279 MEC expired on 9 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T279 MEC done?
T279 MEC was recorded at 46,200 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2023, an average of 1,321 miles a year.
Has T279 MEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T279 MEC has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T279 MEC 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 T279 MEC find?
T279 MEC passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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