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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 973 cc

T540 SMAMOT history

T540 SMA is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 10 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 98,079 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
98,079 mi
At MOT on 27 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,289 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T540 SMA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T540 SMA was last recorded at 98,079 miles on 27 Feb 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,079 miles · 20 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,289 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,079 miles
  • 2024 – 93,136 miles
  • 2023 – 90,803 miles
  • 2019 – 90,042 miles
  • 2018 – 88,290 miles
  • 2017 – 86,512 miles
  • 2016 – 85,347 miles
  • 2015 – 81,582 miles
  • 2014 – 76,523 miles
  • 2013 – 57,560 miles
  • 2012 – 47,234 miles
  • 2011 – 38,495 miles
  • 2010 – 37,536 miles
  • 2009 – 36,602 miles
  • 2008 – 35,417 miles
  • 2007 – 34,062 miles
  • 2006 – 32,888 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,079 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

28 tests since 4 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,079 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    98,079 miles
    Test number
    226640259934
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail98,079 miles (+4,943)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,079 miles
    Test number
    824411445379
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun trip blocking drivers view. (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,136 miles (+2,333)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    93,136 miles
    Test number
    972939149148
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull under side of vehicle has been undersealed so cant fully inspect brake pipes and other components

  4. Pass90,803 miles (+761)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    90,803 miles
    Test number
    973510331657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,042 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,042 miles
    Test number
    577977951162
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect all (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail90,042 miles (+1,752)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,042 miles
    Test number
    530978958200
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect all (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,290 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,290 miles
    Test number
    713462874079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,289 miles (+1,777)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,289 miles
    Test number
    945784159002
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass86,512 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    86,512 miles
    Test number
    481893023772
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  10. Fail86,512 miles (+1,165)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,512 miles
    Test number
    879392149707
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  11. Pass85,347 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    85,347 miles
    Test number
    233936840378
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail85,347 miles (+3,765)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,347 miles
    Test number
    325828396929
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner and outer (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass81,582 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    81,582 miles
    Test number
    138120919271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail81,582 miles (+5,059)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,582 miles
    Test number
    632155348199
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass76,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    76,523 miles
    Test number
    616642234334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail76,522 miles (+8,482)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,522 miles
    Test number
    609332734351
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Pass68,040 miles (+10,480)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    68,040 miles
    Test number
    375923914083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,560 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,560 miles
    Test number
    139360513021
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass57,560 miles (+10,326)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    57,560 miles
    Test number
    587190613079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,234 miles (+8,739)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    47,234 miles
    Test number
    389454022009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,495 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    38,495 miles
    Test number
    736871331003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,495 miles (+959)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,495 miles
    Test number
    827508621001
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass37,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,536 miles
    Test number
    534923010171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,536 miles (+934)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,536 miles
    Test number
    962633210185
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass36,602 miles (+1,185)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,602 miles
    Test number
    610486229196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,417 miles (+1,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    35,417 miles
    Test number
    710128928178
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass34,062 miles (+1,174)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,062 miles
    Test number
    361950827175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass32,888 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,888 miles
    Test number
    972544126187
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about T540 SMA

Does T540 SMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T540 SMA is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T540 SMA?
The MOT on T540 SMA is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T540 SMA done?
T540 SMA was recorded at 98,079 miles at its MOT on 27 Feb 2026, an average of 3,289 miles a year.
Has T540 SMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T540 SMA has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T540 SMA 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 T540 SMA find?
T540 SMA passed its latest MOT on 27 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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