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Vauxhall Corsa

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 1,229 cc

V21 VYKMOT history

V21 VYK is a red petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 21 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 13 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 114,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 May 2026.

V21 VYK red Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 May 2027
Mileage
114,987 mi
At MOT on 14 May 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,286 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V21 VYK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,229 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 May 2027
Latest MOT test
14 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V21 VYK was last recorded at 114,987 miles on 14 May 2026, 1,388 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,599 miles · 22 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,388 miles
Average per year
6,286 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,987 miles
  • 2025 – 113,599 miles
  • 2024 – 112,334 miles
  • 2023 – 109,602 miles
  • 2022 – 105,236 miles
  • 2021 – 97,014 miles
  • 2020 – 89,841 miles
  • 2019 – 82,753 miles
  • 2018 – 76,413 miles
  • 2017 – 68,387 miles
  • 2016 – 59,982 miles
  • 2015 – 51,838 miles
  • 2014 – 43,268 miles
  • 2013 – 35,301 miles
  • 2012 – 25,816 miles
  • 2011 – 19,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,987 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Corrosion on rear axle and shockers

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,987 miles (+1,388)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2027
    Odometer
    114,987 miles
    Test number
    151162632832
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass113,599 miles (+1,265)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    113,599 miles
    Test number
    726112484155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 2mm and badly worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass112,334 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    112,334 miles
    Test number
    806499482994
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle and all associated parts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail112,334 miles (+2,732)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,334 miles
    Test number
    154314796013
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened axle and all associated parts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass109,602 miles (+4,366)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    109,602 miles
    Test number
    276586116909
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre badly worn on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to crack
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear number plate dilaminating

  6. Pass105,236 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    105,236 miles
    Test number
    637138409391
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases in two places (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake discs back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front sub frame
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear axle and shockers

  7. Fail105,234 miles (+8,220)2 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,234 miles
    Test number
    295191027105
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousCorrosion on front sub frame
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases in two places (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake discs back plate corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear axle and shockers

  8. Pass97,014 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    97,014 miles
    Test number
    431551908949
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at the joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front sub frame and rear axle

  9. Fail97,012 miles (+7,171)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,012 miles
    Test number
    855020710587
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at the joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front sub frame and rear axle

  10. Pass89,841 miles (+3,883)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    89,841 miles
    Test number
    322588410917
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside head light lens faded
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front sub frame and radius arms
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear axle and shockers
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight lay in both side front top shocker mounts

  11. Fail85,958 miles (+3,205)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,958 miles
    Test number
    392758368773
    • MajorBrake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside products on head light lens
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on front sub frame and wishbones
    • AdvisoryCorrosion on rear axle and shockers
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySlight play in top shocker mounts

  12. Pass82,753 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    82,753 miles
    Test number
    427816287937
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail82,753 miles (+6,340)2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,753 miles
    Test number
    658449865052
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass76,413 miles (+124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    76,413 miles
    Test number
    377937873426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  15. Fail76,289 miles (+7,902)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,289 miles
    Test number
    279555835126
    • FailureFront registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak Engine

  16. Pass68,387 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    68,387 miles
    Test number
    855007531507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail68,386 miles (+8,404)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,386 miles
    Test number
    950111844665
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass59,982 miles (+8,144)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    59,982 miles
    Test number
    389779440162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,838 miles
    Test number
    367480475031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,838 miles (+8,570)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,838 miles
    Test number
    727160575095
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass43,268 miles (+27)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    43,268 miles
    Test number
    785706274060
    • NoteSlight play on offside top shoker moumt

  22. Fail43,241 miles (+7,940)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,241 miles
    Test number
    886675874018
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteSlight play on offside top shoker moumt

  23. Pass35,301 miles (+9,485)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    35,301 miles
    Test number
    525231783019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass25,816 miles (+6,222)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    25,816 miles
    Test number
    308580162076
    • NoteOff side wiper blade slightly smearing

  25. Pass19,594 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,594 miles
    Test number
    159850871055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteO/s/r wheel arcn damaged and front bumper lower grill

Questions about V21 VYK

Does V21 VYK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V21 VYK is valid until 13 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V21 VYK?
The MOT on V21 VYK is valid until 13 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V21 VYK done?
V21 VYK was recorded at 114,987 miles at its MOT on 14 May 2026, an average of 6,286 miles a year.
Has V21 VYK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V21 VYK has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on V21 VYK 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 V21 VYK find?
V21 VYK passed its latest MOT on 14 May 2026 with 4 advisories: front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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