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Vauxhall Corsa

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,229 cc

T975 SWVMOT history

T975 SWV is a red petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2025 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 55,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2025
Mileage
55,156 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2025
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,172 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T975 SWV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2025
Latest MOT test
7 May 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

T975 SWV was last recorded at 55,156 miles on 7 May 2025, 1,392 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
53,764 miles · 8 May 2024
Between the last two tests
1,392 miles
Average per year
2,172 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 55,156 miles
  • 2024 – 53,764 miles
  • 2023 – 52,677 miles
  • 2022 – 51,660 miles
  • 2021 – 49,895 miles
  • 2020 – 49,049 miles
  • 2019 – 47,460 miles
  • 2018 – 45,112 miles
  • 2017 – 42,413 miles
  • 2016 – 40,361 miles
  • 2015 – 38,170 miles
  • 2014 – 35,656 miles
  • 2013 – 32,765 miles
  • 2012 – 29,273 miles
  • 2011 – 26,153 miles
  • 2010 – 22,126 miles
  • 2009 – 19,649 miles
  • 2008 – 17,835 miles
  • 2007 – 15,925 miles
  • 2006 – 13,931 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail55,156 miles
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low headlamp loose (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront both floor pans corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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.

  • Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail55,156 miles (+1,392)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,156 miles
    Test number
    624709875064
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low headlamp loose (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront both floor pans corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass53,764 miles (+1,087)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    53,764 miles
    Test number
    127577697414
    • AdvisoryRear fuel filler neck ( rubber section ) perished

  3. Pass52,677 miles (+1,017)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    52,677 miles
    Test number
    220287853304
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass51,660 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    51,660 miles
    Test number
    227237211135
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both 165/70x13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail51,660 miles (+1,765)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,660 miles
    Test number
    588880700754
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both 165/70x13 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass49,895 miles (+846)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2022
    Odometer
    49,895 miles
    Test number
    959397189284
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front pipe to center silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear of vehicle underneath and rear axle / torsion bar (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced out rigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass49,049 miles (+1,589)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2021
    Odometer
    49,049 miles
    Test number
    301030193455
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass47,460 miles (+2,348)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2020
    Odometer
    47,460 miles
    Test number
    813400638621
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive coil spring area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front headlamp slightly loose

  9. Pass45,112 miles (+2,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,112 miles
    Test number
    426182408838
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp loose
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre perished

  10. Pass42,413 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2018
    Odometer
    42,413 miles
    Test number
    529269083507
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded

  11. Fail42,413 miles (+2,052)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,413 miles
    Test number
    498513556554
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear inner sill corroded

  12. Pass40,361 miles (+2,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2017
    Odometer
    40,361 miles
    Test number
    253003546552
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  13. Pass38,170 miles (+2,514)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,170 miles
    Test number
    148671735130
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass35,656 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    35,656 miles
    Test number
    315624934133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCracks in o/s and n/s rear tyres

  15. Fail35,656 miles (+2,891)2 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,656 miles
    Test number
    889654234175
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteCracks in o/s and n/s rear tyres

  16. Pass32,765 miles (+3,492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,765 miles
    Test number
    136914533180
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass29,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,273 miles
    Test number
    259331232473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,273 miles (+3,120)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,273 miles
    Test number
    488501932136
    • Repaired at testNearside Front 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 testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  19. Pass26,153 miles (+4,027)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    26,153 miles
    Test number
    398287131192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,126 miles (+2,477)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    22,126 miles
    Test number
    354304730155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,649 miles (+1,814)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2010
    Odometer
    19,649 miles
    Test number
    120445739102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,835 miles (+1,910)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    17,835 miles
    Test number
    283494438157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass15,925 miles (+1,994)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    15,925 miles
    Test number
    953407437178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass13,931 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    13,931 miles
    Test number
    774275936196
    • NoteOil leak in engine bay. †nearside front tyre worn close to the tread wear indicators. †offside front tyre perished inside the tread. advise replacement soon. †rear registration plate slightly contaminated.

Questions about T975 SWV

Does T975 SWV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T975 SWV expired on 16 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T975 SWV?
The MOT on T975 SWV expired on 16 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T975 SWV done?
T975 SWV was recorded at 55,156 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2025, an average of 2,172 miles a year.
Has T975 SWV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T975 SWV has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T975 SWV 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 T975 SWV find?
T975 SWV failed its latest MOT on 7 May 2025 with 5 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside headlamp aim too low; offside headlamp aim too low headlamp loose; offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill, and 6 more.

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