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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,389 cc

T840 MGSMOT history

T840 MGS is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 29 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 54,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2023
Mileage
54,585 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T840 MGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T840 MGS was last recorded at 54,585 miles on 15 Sept 2023, 2,768 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
51,817 miles · 31 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
2,768 miles
Average per year
1,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 54,585 miles
  • 2022 – 51,817 miles
  • 2019 – 50,435 miles
  • 2018 – 49,457 miles
  • 2017 – 46,237 miles
  • 2016 – 44,431 miles
  • 2015 – 44,250 miles
  • 2014 – 44,160 miles
  • 2012 – 44,112 miles
  • 2011 – 44,078 miles
  • 2010 – 43,669 miles
  • 2009 – 41,863 miles
  • 2008 – 37,752 miles
  • 2007 – 33,137 miles
  • 2006 – 27,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail54,585 miles
  • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
  • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired Spring missing (1.1.17 (a))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail54,585 miles (+2,768)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,585 miles
    Test number
    520336311404
    • DangerousBrake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired Spring missing (1.1.17 (a))

  2. Pass51,817 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    51,817 miles
    Test number
    395384043302
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail51,817 miles (+23)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,817 miles
    Test number
    582672318918
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail51,794 miles (+1,359)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,794 miles
    Test number
    366448764969
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass50,435 miles (+978)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    50,435 miles
    Test number
    885745066193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass49,457 miles (+3,220)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    49,457 miles
    Test number
    533481413118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass46,237 miles (+1,806)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    46,237 miles
    Test number
    809537355674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre sidewalls cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre sidewalls cracking

  8. Pass44,431 miles (+181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    44,431 miles
    Test number
    660081380583
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit splitting (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit splitting (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass44,250 miles (+90)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,250 miles
    Test number
    515367105085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass44,160 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    44,160 miles
    Test number
    239784014051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,112 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,112 miles
    Test number
    569624742285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,078 miles (+409)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    44,078 miles
    Test number
    977895141232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail43,669 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,669 miles
    Test number
    480876640290
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass43,669 miles (+1,806)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,669 miles
    Test number
    800146440276
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass41,863 miles (+4,111)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,863 miles
    Test number
    270247149268
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass37,752 miles (+4,615)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    37,752 miles
    Test number
    281660558285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,137 miles (+5,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    33,137 miles
    Test number
    842339747269
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass27,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    27,695 miles
    Test number
    613712756206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T840 MGS

Does T840 MGS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T840 MGS expired on 30 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T840 MGS?
The MOT on T840 MGS expired on 30 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T840 MGS done?
T840 MGS was recorded at 54,585 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2023, an average of 1,580 miles a year.
Has T840 MGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T840 MGS has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on T840 MGS 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 T840 MGS find?
T840 MGS failed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2023 with 1 dangerous defect and 1 major defect: brake load sensing valve seized and abs not fitted or inoperative; brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired spring missing.

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