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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

T497 MVXMOT history

T497 MVX is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 8 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 53,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2024
Mileage
53,171 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,959 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T497 MVX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T497 MVX was last recorded at 53,171 miles on 28 Jul 2023, 5,025 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 Jun 2019: 28,790 miles, lower than 29,973 miles on 28 May 2019.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
48,146 miles · 2 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
5,025 miles
Average per year
1,959 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 53,171 miles
  • 2022 – 48,146 miles
  • 2021 – 42,352 miles
  • 2020 – 33,545 miles
  • 2019 – 28,790 miles
  • 2018 – 28,786 miles
  • 2017 – 26,790 miles
  • 2016 – 25,330 miles
  • 2015 – 23,830 miles
  • 2014 – 23,478 miles
  • 2013 – 23,297 miles
  • 2012 – 23,104 miles
  • 2011 – 22,489 miles
  • 2010 – 22,272 miles
  • 2009 – 20,715 miles
  • 2008 – 20,490 miles
  • 2007 – 20,169 miles
  • 2006 – 19,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass53,171 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass53,171 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    53,171 miles
    Test number
    437394557366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail53,171 miles (+5,025)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,171 miles
    Test number
    450369639115
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner/outer edges below legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge below legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass48,146 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    48,146 miles
    Test number
    981447742400
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  4. Fail48,146 miles (+5,794)1 dangerous3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,146 miles
    Test number
    355355997511
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass42,352 miles (+8,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    42,352 miles
    Test number
    809552204698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass33,545 miles (+4,755)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    33,545 miles
    Test number
    292480334595
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  7. Pass28,790 miles (-1,183)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    28,790 miles
    Test number
    571433021626
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  8. Fail29,973 miles (+1,187)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,973 miles
    Test number
    107502889130
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass28,786 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    28,786 miles
    Test number
    365228729152
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit All 4 Tyres (4.1.E.1)
  10. Fail28,772 miles (+1,982)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,772 miles
    Test number
    561532813624
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc Both Front (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit All 4 Tyres (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass26,790 miles (+1,460)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    26,790 miles
    Test number
    219817696153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass25,330 miles (+1,500)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    25,330 miles
    Test number
    923031102937
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both front (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass23,830 miles (+352)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    23,830 miles
    Test number
    758199135103
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear box corroded
    • NoteShocks weak
  14. Pass23,478 miles (+181)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    23,478 miles
    Test number
    206300054437
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear exhaust corroded
    • NoteRear shocks weak
  15. Pass23,297 miles (+193)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    23,297 miles
    Test number
    725635633110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,104 miles (+615)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    23,104 miles
    Test number
    419175542154
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteRear exhaust rusty
  17. Pass22,489 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    22,489 miles
    Test number
    747551351103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,272 miles (+1,557)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    22,272 miles
    Test number
    413663050154
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSuspect possible o/s rear puncture
  19. Pass20,715 miles (+225)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    20,715 miles
    Test number
    583089829158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass20,490 miles (+321)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,490 miles
    Test number
    281240038484
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  21. Pass20,169 miles (+735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    20,169 miles
    Test number
    551508627151
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  22. Pass19,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    19,434 miles
    Test number
    194419026123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T497 MVX

Does T497 MVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T497 MVX expired on 2 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T497 MVX?
The MOT on T497 MVX expired on 2 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T497 MVX done?
T497 MVX was recorded at 53,171 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2023, an average of 1,959 miles a year.
Has T497 MVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T497 MVX has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T497 MVX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 4 Jun 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T497 MVX find?
T497 MVX passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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