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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

T438 FWLMOT history

T438 FWL is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2024 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 89,507 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2024
Mileage
89,507 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2023
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,911 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T438 FWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T438 FWL was last recorded at 89,507 miles on 15 Feb 2023, 327 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,180 miles · 21 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
327 miles
Average per year
2,911 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 89,507 miles
  • 2022 – 89,180 miles
  • 2021 – 88,995 miles
  • 2020 – 88,803 miles
  • 2019 – 88,232 miles
  • 2018 – 88,068 miles
  • 2017 – 86,746 miles
  • 2016 – 86,438 miles
  • 2015 – 85,371 miles
  • 2014 – 78,586 miles
  • 2013 – 75,756 miles
  • 2012 – 70,653 miles
  • 2011 – 65,545 miles
  • 2010 – 58,907 miles
  • 2009 – 54,291 miles
  • 2008 – 49,510 miles
  • 2007 – 44,858 miles
  • 2006 – 40,774 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,507 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Coolant leak engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2009

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,507 miles (+327)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    89,507 miles
    Test number
    791496235877

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass89,180 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    89,180 miles
    Test number
    820340227501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail89,172 miles (+177)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,172 miles
    Test number
    700285373111
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

  4. Pass88,995 miles (+105)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    88,995 miles
    Test number
    853080476560
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak engine

  5. Fail88,890 miles (+87)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,890 miles
    Test number
    827877887583
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak engine

  6. Pass88,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    88,803 miles
    Test number
    573502144236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail88,746 miles (+514)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,746 miles
    Test number
    175210277394
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass88,232 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    88,232 miles
    Test number
    678270791175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,225 miles (+157)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,225 miles
    Test number
    359013299364
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  10. Pass88,068 miles (+1,322)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    88,068 miles
    Test number
    376923274281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,746 miles (+308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    86,746 miles
    Test number
    108869402976
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass86,438 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    86,438 miles
    Test number
    839544393314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  13. Fail86,431 miles (+1,060)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,431 miles
    Test number
    525928613924
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Pass85,371 miles (+6,785)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    85,371 miles
    Test number
    736301545024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Fail78,586 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,586 miles
    Test number
    496348244015
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight under body corrosion

  16. Pass78,586 miles (+2,830)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    78,586 miles
    Test number
    567198144050
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSlight under body corrosion

  17. Pass75,756 miles (+5,103)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    75,756 miles
    Test number
    249274893424
    • NoteBoth sills / springs mounts slightly corroded
    • NoteExhaust joint slightly deteriorated

  18. Pass70,653 miles (+5,108)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    70,653 miles
    Test number
    918025502293
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEvidence of repairs to front & rear of vehicle
    • NoteOffside front inner wing repaired

  19. Pass65,545 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,545 miles
    Test number
    565552451295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,781 miles (+4,874)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2012
    Odometer
    63,781 miles
    Test number
    726549921104
    • NotePlastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

  21. Pass58,907 miles (+4,616)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,907 miles
    Test number
    391845040130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteAll four tyres worn on edge
    • NotePlastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

  22. Pass54,291 miles (+4,781)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,291 miles
    Test number
    593619739145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

  23. Pass49,510 miles (+4,652)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    49,510 miles
    Test number
    722160048141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

  24. Pass44,858 miles (+4,084)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,858 miles
    Test number
    630409627142
    • NotePlastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

  25. Pass40,774 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2007
    Odometer
    40,774 miles
    Test number
    600750646116
    • NotePlastic inner wheel arch covers fitted

Questions about T438 FWL

Does T438 FWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T438 FWL expired on 21 Feb 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T438 FWL?
The MOT on T438 FWL expired on 21 Feb 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T438 FWL done?
T438 FWL was recorded at 89,507 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2023, an average of 2,911 miles a year.
Has T438 FWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T438 FWL has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T438 FWL 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 T438 FWL find?
T438 FWL passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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