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Vauxhall Corsa

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 973 cc

T56 VGBMOT history

T56 VGB is a red petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 15 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 22 Nov 2022 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 77,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Nov 2022
Mileage
77,269 mi
At MOT on 23 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T56 VGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T56 VGB was last recorded at 77,269 miles on 23 Nov 2021, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,264 miles · 16 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 77,269 miles
  • 2020 – 75,827 miles
  • 2017 – 74,784 miles
  • 2016 – 72,390 miles
  • 2015 – 68,423 miles
  • 2014 – 63,280 miles
  • 2013 – 57,270 miles
  • 2012 – 52,897 miles
  • 2011 – 47,978 miles
  • 2010 – 43,705 miles
  • 2009 – 42,237 miles
  • 2008 – 41,443 miles
  • 2007 – 40,604 miles
  • 2006 – 37,185 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,269 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear inner valence (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe nuts (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,269 miles (+5)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    77,269 miles
    Test number
    257879915997
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear inner valence (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe nuts (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail77,264 miles (+1,437)1 dangerous3 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,264 miles
    Test number
    862619572206
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Rear inner valence (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Brake pipe nuts (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass75,827 miles (+1,043)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    75,827 miles
    Test number
    428391039391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Coolant leak radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside exhaust back box rubbers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass74,784 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    74,784 miles
    Test number
    162824285893
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  5. Fail74,783 miles (+2,393)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,783 miles
    Test number
    382848207943
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  6. Pass72,390 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    72,390 miles
    Test number
    613023900321
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail72,390 miles (+3,967)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,390 miles
    Test number
    180151913874
    • Repaired at testHorn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass68,423 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    68,423 miles
    Test number
    349629985030
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  9. Fail68,423 miles (+5,143)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,423 miles
    Test number
    448722985010
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre perished

  10. Pass63,280 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,280 miles
    Test number
    726460984079
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Fail63,278 miles (+6,008)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,278 miles
    Test number
    759269974044
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  12. Pass57,270 miles (+4,373)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,270 miles
    Test number
    167254573431
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass52,897 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,897 miles
    Test number
    388111982032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,893 miles (+4,915)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,893 miles
    Test number
    439774772015
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass47,978 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,978 miles
    Test number
    617473361059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail47,978 miles (+4,273)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,978 miles
    Test number
    569513061086
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass43,705 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,705 miles
    Test number
    434701470026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,237 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    42,237 miles
    Test number
    823955369080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,218 miles (+775)7 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,218 miles
    Test number
    314528159066
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFuel filter has showed signs of leaking although not leaking at time of test
    • NoteNearside rear tyre very perished advise early replacement
    • NoteSlight rattle from engine suspect timing chain

  20. Fail41,443 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,443 miles
    Test number
    111014968023
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass41,443 miles (+839)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,443 miles
    Test number
    934924768033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,604 miles (+3,419)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    40,604 miles
    Test number
    194588867417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,185 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    37,185 miles
    Test number
    271826966098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail37,185 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,185 miles
    Test number
    641045066080
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T56 VGB

Does T56 VGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T56 VGB expired on 22 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T56 VGB?
The MOT on T56 VGB expired on 22 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T56 VGB done?
T56 VGB was recorded at 77,269 miles at its MOT on 23 Nov 2021, an average of 2,550 miles a year.
Has T56 VGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T56 VGB has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T56 VGB 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 T56 VGB find?
T56 VGB passed its latest MOT on 23 Nov 2021 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear inner valence, and 6 more.

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