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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 973 cc

T981 EAFMOT history

T981 EAF is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 24 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 110,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
110,135 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,032 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T981 EAF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T981 EAF was last recorded at 110,135 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 58 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,077 miles · 14 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
58 miles
Average per year
5,032 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,135 miles
  • 2025 – 108,013 miles
  • 2024 – 104,715 miles
  • 2023 – 98,945 miles
  • 2022 – 92,715 miles
  • 2021 – 86,751 miles
  • 2020 – 82,624 miles
  • 2019 – 78,797 miles
  • 2018 – 72,528 miles
  • 2017 – 66,447 miles
  • 2016 – 56,800 miles
  • 2015 – 48,482 miles
  • 2014 – 41,820 miles
  • 2013 – 38,473 miles
  • 2012 – 34,791 miles
  • 2011 – 28,810 miles
  • 2010 – 22,897 miles
  • 2009 – 17,021 miles
  • 2008 – 11,591 miles
  • 2007 – 10,479 miles
  • 2006 – 9,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,135 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front corroded around jacking ponitRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front corroded around jacking pointRecorded 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 carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2018

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

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 22 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,135 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    110,135 miles
    Test number
    930063180011
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corroded around jacking ponit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corroded around jacking point

  2. Fail110,077 miles (+2,064)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,077 miles
    Test number
    786763563135
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front corroded around jacking ponit
    • AdvisoryOffside Front corroded around jacking point

  3. Pass108,013 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    742199091176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail108,013 miles (+3,298)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    168753890146
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine pressure switch area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass104,715 miles (+96)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    104,715 miles
    Test number
    917369690460
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Fail104,619 miles (+5,674)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,619 miles
    Test number
    306054284138
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass98,945 miles (+179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    98,945 miles
    Test number
    634323909302
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Fail98,766 miles (+6,051)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,766 miles
    Test number
    899659690690
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass92,715 miles (+197)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    92,715 miles
    Test number
    257779373376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail92,518 miles (+5,767)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,518 miles
    Test number
    968688215944
    • MajorCentral Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake cable damaged cable corroded and frayed (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass86,751 miles (+4,127)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,751 miles
    Test number
    791209663450
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake master cylinder/servo mounting repair covered in underseal (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass82,624 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    82,624 miles
    Test number
    132018063554
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail82,618 miles (+3,821)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,618 miles
    Test number
    967221634451
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 165/70/13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Pass78,797 miles (+29)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    78,797 miles
    Test number
    254412693219
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner cills corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to under side

  15. Fail78,768 miles (+6,240)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,768 miles
    Test number
    384753790941
    • MajorBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorWheel bearing has excessive play both rear MAY ADJUST? (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear axle bushes slight play
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner cills corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to under side

  16. Pass72,528 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,528 miles
    Test number
    519981861389
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail72,525 miles (+6,078)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,525 miles
    Test number
    374210904004
    • FailureCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x member (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass66,447 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    66,447 miles
    Test number
    785088553010
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail66,446 miles (+9,646)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,446 miles
    Test number
    142178785973
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass56,800 miles (+99)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    56,800 miles
    Test number
    564003071996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,701 miles (+8,219)8 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,701 miles
    Test number
    157296821663
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure on lower mounting point (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp insecure on lower mounting point (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lense damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front bulkhead heavy surface corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  22. Fail48,482 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,482 miles
    Test number
    155815965065
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wall perished

  23. Pass48,482 miles (+6,662)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    48,482 miles
    Test number
    637065265024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wall perished

  24. Pass41,820 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    41,820 miles
    Test number
    457364264096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail41,717 miles (+3,244)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,717 miles
    Test number
    738792164090
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass38,473 miles (+3,682)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    38,473 miles
    Test number
    717233553008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass34,791 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    34,791 miles
    Test number
    149308162088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail34,790 miles (+5,980)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,790 miles
    Test number
    937135762070
    • FailureBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (3.6.C.3)
    • FailureIndicator switch faulty (1.4.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  29. Pass28,810 miles (+5,913)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,810 miles
    Test number
    238396551035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,897 miles (+5,876)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    22,897 miles
    Test number
    683744550004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass17,021 miles (+5,430)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    17,021 miles
    Test number
    894545049042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass11,591 miles (+1,112)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    11,591 miles
    Test number
    194388158496
    • NoteServo area surface rust

  33. Pass10,479 miles (+1,033)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    10,479 miles
    Test number
    421524157041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass9,446 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    9,446 miles
    Test number
    510513656031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T981 EAF

Does T981 EAF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T981 EAF is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T981 EAF?
The MOT on T981 EAF is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T981 EAF done?
T981 EAF was recorded at 110,135 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 5,032 miles a year.
Has T981 EAF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T981 EAF has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T981 EAF 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 T981 EAF find?
T981 EAF passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front corroded around jacking ponit; offside front corroded around jacking point.

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