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Vauxhall Corsa

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

T497 YREMOT history

T497 YRE is a green petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 14 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 74,180 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Apr 2024
Mileage
74,180 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2023
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T497 YRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T497 YRE was last recorded at 74,180 miles on 31 Mar 2023, 982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,198 miles · 24 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
982 miles
Average per year
1,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 74,180 miles
  • 2022 – 73,198 miles
  • 2021 – 71,843 miles
  • 2019 – 69,699 miles
  • 2018 – 68,492 miles
  • 2017 – 66,584 miles
  • 2016 – 64,732 miles
  • 2015 – 61,969 miles
  • 2014 – 57,828 miles
  • 2013 – 56,422 miles
  • 2012 – 52,846 miles
  • 2011 – 52,812 miles
  • 2009 – 52,204 miles
  • 2008 – 51,162 miles
  • 2007 – 50,123 miles
  • 2006 – 48,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,180 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,180 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    74,180 miles
    Test number
    999679645101
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  2. Fail74,180 miles (+982)4 repaired1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,180 miles
    Test number
    658628864977
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working all (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  3. Pass73,198 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    73,198 miles
    Test number
    164483174440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount - front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount - front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail73,198 miles (+1,355)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,198 miles
    Test number
    506333624686
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount - front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar mount - front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass71,843 miles (+41)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    71,843 miles
    Test number
    779927181085
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail71,802 miles (+2,103)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,802 miles
    Test number
    489914830369
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass69,699 miles (+1,207)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    69,699 miles
    Test number
    192705678597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,492 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    68,492 miles
    Test number
    332745795236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail68,439 miles (+1,855)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,439 miles
    Test number
    925782388608
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass66,584 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,584 miles
    Test number
    264031211451
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront lower scuttle panel corners corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear inner sill panels corroded
    • AdvisorySlight noise n/s/r wheel bearing

  11. Fail66,584 miles (+1,852)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,584 miles
    Test number
    389499458278
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront lower scuttle panel corners corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s rear inner sill panels corroded
    • AdvisorySlight noise n/s/r wheel bearing

  12. Pass64,732 miles (+2,763)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,732 miles
    Test number
    277009338508
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front cross member (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass61,969 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    61,969 miles
    Test number
    216551195087
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorated

  14. Fail61,969 miles (+4,141)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,969 miles
    Test number
    806801995059
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteWiper blades deteriorated

  15. Pass57,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    57,828 miles
    Test number
    545232394083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail57,828 miles (+1,406)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,828 miles
    Test number
    187952794422
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass56,422 miles (+1,741)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    56,422 miles
    Test number
    426876033380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,681 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    54,681 miles
    Test number
    917473993095
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroding.
    • NoteSurface corrosion - front crossmember - offside rear inner sill - rear spring mounts.

  19. Fail54,681 miles (+1,835)6 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,681 miles
    Test number
    957652093046
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroding.
    • NoteSurface corrosion - front crossmember - offside rear inner sill - rear spring mounts.

  20. Pass52,846 miles (+34)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    52,846 miles
    Test number
    389064792046
    • NoteFront crossmember corroding.
    • NoteParking brake cables deteriorating.

  21. Pass52,812 miles (+608)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    52,812 miles
    Test number
    626821731093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,204 miles (+1,042)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    52,204 miles
    Test number
    422002069021
    • NoteAll tyres perished
    • NoteRear shock absorbers soft
    • NoteSlight play front shock absorber sliding bushes
    • NoteSurface corrosion suspension components

  23. Pass51,162 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    51,162 miles
    Test number
    904780768089
    • NoteSlight corrosion in rear chassis rails

  24. Fail51,162 miles (+1,039)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,162 miles
    Test number
    832450868031
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteSlight corrosion in rear chassis rails

  25. Pass50,123 miles (+1,313)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,123 miles
    Test number
    121445867068
    • Note1. Exhaust is blowing from joint †2. Some corrosion on rear chassis †3. Front crossmember is corroded

  26. Pass48,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,810 miles
    Test number
    630016866084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T497 YRE

Does T497 YRE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T497 YRE expired on 6 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T497 YRE?
The MOT on T497 YRE expired on 6 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T497 YRE done?
T497 YRE was recorded at 74,180 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2023, an average of 1,487 miles a year.
Has T497 YRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T497 YRE has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T497 YRE 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 T497 YRE find?
T497 YRE passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2023 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front cross member; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill, and 5 more.

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