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Vauxhall Corsa

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

T281 MLAMOT history

T281 MLA is a red petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 20 Aug 2023 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 73,174 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Aug 2023
Mileage
73,174 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2022
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T281 MLA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T281 MLA was last recorded at 73,174 miles on 10 Aug 2022, 3,482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,692 miles · 27 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
3,482 miles
Average per year
1,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,174 miles
  • 2021 – 69,692 miles
  • 2020 – 66,727 miles
  • 2019 – 63,374 miles
  • 2018 – 58,837 miles
  • 2017 – 56,447 miles
  • 2016 – 55,416 miles
  • 2015 – 54,190 miles
  • 2014 – 53,324 miles
  • 2013 – 52,540 miles
  • 2012 – 51,558 miles
  • 2011 – 49,896 miles
  • 2010 – 48,541 miles
  • 2009 – 47,073 miles
  • 2008 – 45,364 miles
  • 2007 – 43,978 miles
  • 2006 – 42,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,174 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,174 miles (+3,482)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,174 miles
    Test number
    764609341291
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  2. Pass69,692 miles (+2,965)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,692 miles
    Test number
    444698574717
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass66,727 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    66,727 miles
    Test number
    669938221871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail66,727 miles (+3,353)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,727 miles
    Test number
    236279788134
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass63,374 miles (+4,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    63,374 miles
    Test number
    882713269031
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass58,837 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    58,837 miles
    Test number
    394488443960
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner sills are rusty
  7. Fail58,836 miles (+2,389)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,836 miles
    Test number
    626821093904
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced flashing (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside rear inner sills are rusty
  8. Pass56,447 miles (+1,031)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    56,447 miles
    Test number
    313307991013
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth o/s tyres outer side wall are in poor condition
  9. Pass55,416 miles (+1,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    55,416 miles
    Test number
    193605325725
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  10. Pass54,190 miles (+866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    54,190 miles
    Test number
    448169565194
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  11. Pass53,324 miles (+784)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,324 miles
    Test number
    168451984192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,540 miles (+982)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,540 miles
    Test number
    808996083175
    • NoteBoth rear inner sills starting to corrode
    • NoteN/s/f tyre sidewall perished
  13. Pass51,558 miles (+1,662)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    51,558 miles
    Test number
    239785592486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail49,896 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,896 miles
    Test number
    729446091121
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
  15. Pass49,896 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    49,896 miles
    Test number
    819476191134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,541 miles (+1,468)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    48,541 miles
    Test number
    990850610242
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  17. Pass47,073 miles (+1,709)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    47,073 miles
    Test number
    611252229271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,364 miles (+1,386)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    45,364 miles
    Test number
    310542618239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,978 miles (+1,888)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    43,978 miles
    Test number
    784712527261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass42,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    42,090 miles
    Test number
    951942226206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T281 MLA

Does T281 MLA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T281 MLA expired on 20 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T281 MLA?
The MOT on T281 MLA expired on 20 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T281 MLA done?
T281 MLA was recorded at 73,174 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2022, an average of 1,943 miles a year.
Has T281 MLA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T281 MLA has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2020.
Has the mileage on T281 MLA 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 T281 MLA find?
T281 MLA passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill; offside rear vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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