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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,389 cc

T779 KNBMOT history

T779 KNB is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 9 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 78,121 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2023
Mileage
78,121 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T779 KNB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2023
Latest MOT test
22 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T779 KNB was last recorded at 78,121 miles on 22 May 2023, 4,457 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,664 miles · 24 May 2022
Between the last two tests
4,457 miles
Average per year
2,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 78,121 miles
  • 2022 – 73,664 miles
  • 2021 – 68,198 miles
  • 2020 – 61,298 miles
  • 2019 – 56,406 miles
  • 2018 – 49,619 miles
  • 2017 – 44,436 miles
  • 2016 – 44,176 miles
  • 2015 – 43,650 miles
  • 2014 – 42,900 miles
  • 2013 – 42,294 miles
  • 2012 – 41,436 miles
  • 2011 – 40,687 miles
  • 2010 – 38,901 miles
  • 2009 – 37,106 miles
  • 2008 – 35,856 miles
  • 2007 – 34,906 miles
  • 2006 – 33,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail78,121 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive smoke from rear exhaust tailpipe (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Covers impede parts of the inspection.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Covers impede parts of the inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail78,121 miles (+4,457)10 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,121 miles
    Test number
    413331580037
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed excessive smoke from rear exhaust tailpipe (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,664 miles (+5,466)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,664 miles
    Test number
    170721740711
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of underside corroding
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of inspection

  3. Pass68,198 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2022
    Odometer
    68,198 miles
    Test number
    369814338757
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn low on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing.
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of underside corroding.
    • AdvisoryVarious slight oil leaks.

  4. Fail68,194 miles (+6,896)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,194 miles
    Test number
    260634134506
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn.
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn low on outer edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perishing.
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of underside corroding.
    • AdvisoryVarious slight oil leaks.

  5. Pass61,298 miles (+4,892)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2021
    Odometer
    61,298 miles
    Test number
    885202203853
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp aims are on limits
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection
    • AdvisoryO/S/F outer cv boot slightly weep
    • AdvisorySome parts of vehicle is generally rusty/Slight corroded

  6. Pass56,406 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2020
    Odometer
    56,406 miles
    Test number
    886282567974
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn almost devoid of visible tread on inner edge.

  7. Fail56,406 miles (+6,787)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,406 miles
    Test number
    191409313757
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn almost devoid of visible tread on inner edge.

  8. Pass49,619 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    49,619 miles
    Test number
    463453752681
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail49,619 miles (+5,183)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,619 miles
    Test number
    710344186987
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass44,436 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,436 miles
    Test number
    207925742455
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills slight corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers are weak
    • AdvisoryO/S/F outer cv boot bit of weep
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre slightly perished on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil weep

  11. Fail44,436 miles (+260)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,436 miles
    Test number
    383563924182
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills slight corroded
    • AdvisoryCovers impede parts of the inspection
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers are weak
    • AdvisoryO/S/F outer cv boot bit of weep
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre slightly perished on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryOil weep

  12. Pass44,176 miles (+526)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,176 miles
    Test number
    989225476246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,650 miles (+750)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,650 miles
    Test number
    846144905102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,900 miles (+606)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    42,900 miles
    Test number
    796229694004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    42,294 miles
    Test number
    677334193014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail42,294 miles (+858)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,294 miles
    Test number
    738624293015
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass41,436 miles (+749)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    41,436 miles
    Test number
    239667982024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,687 miles (+1,786)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,687 miles
    Test number
    227549381009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,901 miles (+1,795)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,901 miles
    Test number
    391810810159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,106 miles (+1,250)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,106 miles
    Test number
    400531099025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,856 miles (+950)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    35,856 miles
    Test number
    513592418172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,906 miles (+982)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,906 miles
    Test number
    222496017427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    33,924 miles
    Test number
    274757616425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T779 KNB

Does T779 KNB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T779 KNB expired on 30 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T779 KNB?
The MOT on T779 KNB expired on 30 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T779 KNB done?
T779 KNB was recorded at 78,121 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2023, an average of 2,589 miles a year.
Has T779 KNB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T779 KNB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2023.
Has the mileage on T779 KNB 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 T779 KNB find?
T779 KNB failed its latest MOT on 22 May 2023 with 10 major defects and 3 advisories: emissions unable to be completed excessive smoke from rear exhaust tailpipe; exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration; nearside front position lamp not working, and 10 more.

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