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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

V704 FBAMOT history

V704 FBA is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 8 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 4 Feb 2022 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 129,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Feb 2022
Mileage
129,847 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,943 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V704 FBA
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
8 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V704 FBA was last recorded at 129,847 miles on 17 Aug 2022, 14,110 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Oct 2012: 46,740 miles, lower than 65,309 miles on 10 Oct 2011.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
115,737 miles · 5 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
14,110 miles
Average per year
5,943 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 129,847 miles
  • 2021 – 115,737 miles
  • 2019 – 103,170 miles
  • 2018 – 90,201 miles
  • 2017 – 76,940 miles
  • 2016 – 60,237 miles
  • 2015 – 52,436 miles
  • 2014 – 51,915 miles
  • 2013 – 49,444 miles
  • 2012 – 46,740 miles
  • 2011 – 65,309 miles
  • 2010 – 46,032 miles
  • 2009 – 40,652 miles
  • 2008 – 38,358 miles
  • 2007 – 35,885 miles
  • 2006 – 33,034 miles
  • 2005 – 29,628 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail129,847 miles
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
  • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member holed within 12" prescribed ares (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength coil spring top mounting onto chassis holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis holed by coil spring top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive only just passed requirements recommend repaired (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded/not excessive at time of test

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated All

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail129,847 miles (+14,110)3 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,847 miles
    Test number
    252404623781
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member holed within 12" prescribed ares (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength coil spring top mounting onto chassis holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis holed by coil spring top mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive only just passed requirements recommend repaired (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills corroded/not excessive at time of test

  2. Pass115,737 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,737 miles
    Test number
    292617221495
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail115,727 miles (+12,557)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,727 miles
    Test number
    821377303709
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated All (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass103,170 miles (+277)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,170 miles
    Test number
    274426724219
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills/inner sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Fail102,893 miles (+12,692)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,893 miles
    Test number
    771620628850
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass90,201 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    90,201 miles
    Test number
    559146430791
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail90,201 miles (+13,261)3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,201 miles
    Test number
    961958109820
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  8. Pass76,940 miles (+16,703)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,940 miles
    Test number
    696297113848
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre section (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass60,237 miles (+7,801)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    60,237 miles
    Test number
    679351476215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail52,436 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,436 miles
    Test number
    217926485048
    • Repaired at testNearside 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  11. Pass52,436 miles (+521)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    52,436 miles
    Test number
    368636785044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass51,915 miles (+2,471)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    51,915 miles
    Test number
    728296384261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,444 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,444 miles
    Test number
    395628883439
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail49,444 miles (+2,704)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,444 miles
    Test number
    867067483276
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass46,740 miles (-18,569)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,740 miles
    Test number
    655154782252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,309 miles (+19,277)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    65,309 miles
    Test number
    446243181201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,032 miles (+5,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    46,032 miles
    Test number
    290515380274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass40,652 miles (+2,294)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    40,652 miles
    Test number
    401566589268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass38,358 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    38,358 miles
    Test number
    331648888438
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail38,358 miles (+2,473)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,358 miles
    Test number
    944698288293
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass35,885 miles (+2,851)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,885 miles
    Test number
    540634687212
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  22. Pass33,034 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    33,034 miles
    Test number
    352132686406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,034 miles (+3,406)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,034 miles
    Test number
    540202586273
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  24. Pass29,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    29,628 miles
    Test number
    480009575219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V704 FBA

Does V704 FBA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V704 FBA expired on 4 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V704 FBA?
The MOT on V704 FBA expired on 4 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V704 FBA done?
V704 FBA was recorded at 129,847 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2022, an average of 5,943 miles a year.
Has V704 FBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V704 FBA has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on V704 FBA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Oct 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V704 FBA find?
V704 FBA failed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2022 with 3 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; rear brake load sensing valve seized and abs not fitted or inoperative, and 8 more.

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