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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

V698 GKXMOT history

V698 GKX is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 21 Sept 1999. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 85,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
85,008 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V698 GKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V698 GKX was last recorded at 85,008 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 1,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,030 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,978 miles
Average per year
1,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,008 miles
  • 2025 – 83,030 miles
  • 2024 – 82,762 miles
  • 2023 – 82,032 miles
  • 2022 – 81,012 miles
  • 2021 – 79,632 miles
  • 2020 – 78,754 miles
  • 2019 – 77,169 miles
  • 2018 – 75,860 miles
  • 2017 – 73,029 miles
  • 2016 – 70,289 miles
  • 2015 – 66,798 miles
  • 2014 – 63,738 miles
  • 2012 – 61,525 miles
  • 2011 – 59,103 miles
  • 2010 – 56,790 miles
  • 2009 – 54,646 miles
  • 2008 – 52,353 miles
  • 2007 – 49,614 miles
  • 2006 – 46,424 miles
  • 2005 – 45,785 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,008 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • General underbody corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

31 tests since 19 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,008 miles (+1,978)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    85,008 miles
    Test number
    400616833166
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass83,030 miles (+268)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    83,030 miles
    Test number
    851587525707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  3. Pass82,762 miles (+730)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    82,762 miles
    Test number
    383617882488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  4. Pass82,032 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    82,032 miles
    Test number
    254784777593
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail82,030 miles (+6)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,030 miles
    Test number
    617964070099
    • DangerousOffside Rear Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Fail82,024 miles (+1,012)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,024 miles
    Test number
    422260859387
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass81,012 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    81,012 miles
    Test number
    667606201392
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail81,012 miles (+1,380)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,012 miles
    Test number
    182711174031
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass79,632 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    79,632 miles
    Test number
    331565364721
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  10. Fail79,632 miles (+878)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,632 miles
    Test number
    476599376037
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  11. Pass78,754 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,754 miles
    Test number
    900664479481
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail78,754 miles (+1,585)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,754 miles
    Test number
    686843783029
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass77,169 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    77,169 miles
    Test number
    760465098528
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Fail77,169 miles (+1,309)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,169 miles
    Test number
    168403811888
    • Repaired at testExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  15. Pass75,860 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    75,860 miles
    Test number
    875278455968

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,859 miles (+2,830)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,859 miles
    Test number
    268037948838
    • FailureNearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass73,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    73,029 miles
    Test number
    514375123517
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail73,029 miles (+2,740)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,029 miles
    Test number
    679235816119
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass70,289 miles (+3,491)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    70,289 miles
    Test number
    284702995170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass66,798 miles (+3,060)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    66,798 miles
    Test number
    129659925400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,738 miles (+2,213)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    63,738 miles
    Test number
    819599324068
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  22. Pass61,525 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,525 miles
    Test number
    636863682206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail61,525 miles (+2,422)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,525 miles
    Test number
    358553882261
    • FailureBrake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  24. Pass59,103 miles (+2,313)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,103 miles
    Test number
    296037671269
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished

  25. Pass56,790 miles (+2,144)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    56,790 miles
    Test number
    842074460263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,646 miles (+2,293)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    54,646 miles
    Test number
    551366369208
    • NoteSlight movement o/s/f + n/s/f top shock mounts

  27. Pass52,353 miles (+2,739)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,353 miles
    Test number
    160769568277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,614 miles (+3,190)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    49,614 miles
    Test number
    383669967461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass46,424 miles (+639)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,424 miles
    Test number
    711969966220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail45,785 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,785 miles
    Test number
    273312665287
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  31. Pass45,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    45,785 miles
    Test number
    370992465212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V698 GKX

Does V698 GKX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V698 GKX is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V698 GKX?
The MOT on V698 GKX is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V698 GKX done?
V698 GKX was recorded at 85,008 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 1,929 miles a year.
Has V698 GKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V698 GKX has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on V698 GKX 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 V698 GKX find?
V698 GKX passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front suspension arm ball joint has slight play both; nearside track rod end ball joint has slight play; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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