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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 973 cc

V59 MGUMOT history

V59 MGU is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 3 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Sept 2023 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 138,159 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Sept 2023
Mileage
138,159 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2022
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,956 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V59 MGU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V59 MGU was last recorded at 138,159 miles on 30 Sept 2022, 42 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,117 miles · 28 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
42 miles
Average per year
5,956 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 138,159 miles
  • 2021 – 134,680 miles
  • 2020 – 131,633 miles
  • 2019 – 129,208 miles
  • 2018 – 126,899 miles
  • 2017 – 122,815 miles
  • 2016 – 117,693 miles
  • 2015 – 107,597 miles
  • 2014 – 98,870 miles
  • 2013 – 89,625 miles
  • 2012 – 82,551 miles
  • 2011 – 74,741 miles
  • 2010 – 68,426 miles
  • 2009 – 63,663 miles
  • 2008 – 59,091 miles
  • 2007 – 56,515 miles
  • 2006 – 39,137 miles
  • 2005 – 36,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,159 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside front outer sill corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Headlamp aim too high

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Fuel hose deteriorated HOSE TO TANK FROM FILLER TUBE HEAVILY CRACKED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,159 miles (+42)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    138,159 miles
    Test number
    754806997852
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer sill corroded

  2. Fail138,117 miles (+3,437)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,117 miles
    Test number
    954930049407
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box baffles deteriorated

  3. Pass134,680 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    134,680 miles
    Test number
    671904047172
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated HOSE TO TANK FROM FILLER TUBE HEAVILY CRACKED (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  4. Fail134,673 miles (+3,040)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,673 miles
    Test number
    125155165494
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel hose deteriorated HOSE TO TANK FROM FILLER TUBE HEAVILY CRACKED (6.1.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal. (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Pass131,633 miles (+39)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,633 miles
    Test number
    446304083086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail131,594 miles (+2,386)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,594 miles
    Test number
    255874149353
    • MajorEmissions not tested engine too hot (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass129,208 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    129,208 miles
    Test number
    655264615125
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70/13T (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail129,208 miles (+2,309)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,208 miles
    Test number
    266711923735
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 165/70/13T (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass126,899 miles (+4,084)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    126,899 miles
    Test number
    187263537752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass122,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    122,815 miles
    Test number
    834997531856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail122,815 miles (+5,122)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,815 miles
    Test number
    864920729254
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  12. Pass117,693 miles (+10,096)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    117,693 miles
    Test number
    245031977996
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Repair to floor pan unable to inspect due to under seal

  13. Pass107,597 miles (+8,727)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    107,597 miles
    Test number
    730101874535
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside wing corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Fail98,870 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,870 miles
    Test number
    195226844201
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass98,870 miles (+9,245)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    98,870 miles
    Test number
    525206544285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,625 miles (+7,074)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    89,625 miles
    Test number
    308007333216
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass82,551 miles (+7,810)9 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    82,551 miles
    Test number
    355261052247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryShock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre inner and outer edge worn

  18. Pass74,741 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,741 miles
    Test number
    566300251259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  19. Fail74,723 miles (+6,297)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,723 miles
    Test number
    655328141214
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass68,426 miles (+4,763)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    68,426 miles
    Test number
    920096840220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,663 miles (+4,572)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    63,663 miles
    Test number
    293701439262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,091 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    59,091 miles
    Test number
    602042438265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail59,091 miles (+2,576)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,091 miles
    Test number
    910172038281
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass56,515 miles (+17,378)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    56,515 miles
    Test number
    941355037210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    39,137 miles
    Test number
    532776266149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,137 miles (+2,864)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,137 miles
    Test number
    983706166116
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (8.1.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

  27. Pass36,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    36,273 miles
    Test number
    131344335203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V59 MGU

Does V59 MGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V59 MGU expired on 30 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V59 MGU?
The MOT on V59 MGU expired on 30 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V59 MGU done?
V59 MGU was recorded at 138,159 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2022, an average of 5,956 miles a year.
Has V59 MGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V59 MGU has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on V59 MGU 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 V59 MGU find?
V59 MGU passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside rear position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy; offside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 1 more.

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