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Vauxhall Corsa

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 973 cc

T427 MCAMOT history

T427 MCA is a yellow petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Sept 2024 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 106,447 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Sept 2024
Mileage
106,447 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,504 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T427 MCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T427 MCA was last recorded at 106,447 miles on 24 Jun 2025, 9,655 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,792 miles · 22 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
9,655 miles
Average per year
4,504 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,447 miles
  • 2023 – 96,792 miles
  • 2022 – 77,229 miles
  • 2021 – 63,479 miles
  • 2020 – 56,338 miles
  • 2019 – 53,654 miles
  • 2018 – 51,649 miles
  • 2017 – 47,906 miles
  • 2016 – 43,368 miles
  • 2015 – 39,628 miles
  • 2014 – 34,246 miles
  • 2013 – 30,104 miles
  • 2012 – 29,500 miles
  • 2011 – 28,618 miles
  • 2010 – 27,559 miles
  • 2009 – 26,230 miles
  • 2008 – 24,781 miles
  • 2007 – 22,622 miles
  • 2006 – 20,493 miles
  • 2005 – 17,138 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail106,447 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Front Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp incorrect colour REDDISH COLOUR (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (d) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail106,447 miles (+9,655)2 dangerous7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,447 miles
    Test number
    686183237288
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Headlamp incorrect colour REDDISH COLOUR (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced INNER SILL (6.1.1 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass96,792 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    96,792 miles
    Test number
    978796620705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail96,789 miles (+19,560)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,789 miles
    Test number
    221279000070
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear inner wheel arch panel holed and corroded

  4. Pass77,229 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    77,229 miles
    Test number
    158142698387
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (1.1.15 (a))

  5. Fail77,229 miles (+13,750)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,229 miles
    Test number
    460915121319
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Body component damaged and likely to cause injury lamp unit (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess handbrake (1.1.15 (a))

  6. Pass63,479 miles (+48)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    63,479 miles
    Test number
    780984896476
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  7. Fail63,431 miles (+7,093)7 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,431 miles
    Test number
    195182687216
    • MajorLower Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases central joint area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point area ( chalked ) (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  8. Pass56,338 miles (+2,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    56,338 miles
    Test number
    223647044334
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  9. Pass53,654 miles (+2,005)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    53,654 miles
    Test number
    357264089491
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass51,649 miles (+3,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    51,649 miles
    Test number
    743290798896
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

  11. Pass47,906 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,906 miles
    Test number
    735626728761
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  12. Fail47,861 miles (+4,493)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,861 miles
    Test number
    731335600521
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

  13. Pass43,368 miles (+73)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    43,368 miles
    Test number
    158220293134
    • AdvisoryNear side rear parking brake cable has slightly restricted movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill at jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill at jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers have no damping effect

  14. Fail43,295 miles (+3,667)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,295 miles
    Test number
    195398256787
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNear side rear parking brake cable has slightly restricted movement
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill at jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill at jacking point (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear shock absorbers have no damping effect

  15. Pass39,628 miles (+5,382)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    39,628 miles
    Test number
    557824335147
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  16. Pass34,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    34,246 miles
    Test number
    726496424136
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Fail34,245 miles (+4,141)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,245 miles
    Test number
    266086124403
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  18. Pass30,104 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    30,104 miles
    Test number
    119001043131
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  19. Fail30,104 miles (+604)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,104 miles
    Test number
    747221343131
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass29,500 miles (+111)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    29,500 miles
    Test number
    765188022245
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteRear fog lamp switch slightly sticky in operation

  21. Fail29,389 miles (+771)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,389 miles
    Test number
    726893922215
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteRear fog lamp switch slightly sticky in operation

  22. Pass28,618 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,618 miles
    Test number
    186486631243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail28,614 miles (+1,055)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,614 miles
    Test number
    949045031292
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  24. Pass27,559 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,559 miles
    Test number
    300295430266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail27,549 miles (+1,319)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,549 miles
    Test number
    172161130264
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass26,230 miles (+1,449)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    26,230 miles
    Test number
    391184429230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass24,781 miles (+2,159)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    24,781 miles
    Test number
    391017628238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass22,622 miles (+2,129)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    22,622 miles
    Test number
    682302847200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass20,493 miles (+3,355)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,493 miles
    Test number
    101549726283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    17,138 miles
    Test number
    230437535239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T427 MCA

Does T427 MCA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T427 MCA expired on 22 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T427 MCA?
The MOT on T427 MCA expired on 22 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T427 MCA done?
T427 MCA was recorded at 106,447 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2025, an average of 4,504 miles a year.
Has T427 MCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T427 MCA has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T427 MCA 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 T427 MCA find?
T427 MCA failed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2025 with 2 dangerous defects, 7 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; central front exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 11 more.

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