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Vauxhall Corsa

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,199 cc

V78 HNMMOT history

V78 HNM is a red petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 6 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 106,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Sept 2026
Mileage
106,165 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2025
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,583 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V78 HNM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
6 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V78 HNM was last recorded at 106,165 miles on 18 Sept 2025, 87 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 Jul 2020: 73,078 miles, lower than 79,843 miles on 3 Oct 2019.

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
106,078 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
87 miles
Average per year
3,583 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,165 miles
  • 2024 – 101,973 miles
  • 2023 – 95,960 miles
  • 2022 – 90,659 miles
  • 2021 – 82,404 miles
  • 2020 – 73,086 miles
  • 2019 – 79,843 miles
  • 2018 – 66,584 miles
  • 2017 – 66,289 miles
  • 2016 – 65,859 miles
  • 2015 – 65,169 miles
  • 2014 – 64,411 miles
  • 2013 – 63,890 miles
  • 2012 – 62,885 miles
  • 2011 – 61,917 miles
  • 2010 – 59,925 miles
  • 2009 – 56,328 miles
  • 2008 – 52,710 miles
  • 2007 – 46,682 miles
  • 2006 – 40,351 miles
  • 2005 – 34,473 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,165 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front and rear inner and outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Bulkhead around brake servo corroded.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

32 tests since 15 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,165 miles (+87)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    106,165 miles
    Test number
    731878216483
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front and rear inner and outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Fail106,078 miles (+4,105)1 dangerous3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,078 miles
    Test number
    790187119667
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front and rear inner and outer sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass101,973 miles (+130)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    101,973 miles
    Test number
    487806018792
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail101,843 miles (+5,883)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,843 miles
    Test number
    755245155629
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass95,960 miles (+51)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    95,960 miles
    Test number
    499341793263
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail95,909 miles (+5,250)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,909 miles
    Test number
    644922021657
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass90,659 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    90,659 miles
    Test number
    444938652447
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail90,659 miles (+8,255)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,659 miles
    Test number
    696543069103
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass82,404 miles (+9,318)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    82,404 miles
    Test number
    954243053294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced coil spring cup (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced coil spring cup (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive ENGINE (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass73,086 miles (+8)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    73,086 miles
    Test number
    904928081252
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail73,078 miles (-6,765)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,078 miles
    Test number
    534294729881
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass79,843 miles (+8,652)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    79,843 miles
    Test number
    993066967601

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail71,191 miles (+4,607)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,191 miles
    Test number
    856372140088
    • 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))

  14. Pass66,584 miles (+295)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,584 miles
    Test number
    228022690232
    • AdvisoryBoth rear chassis/spring top mounts corroded.
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sill sections corroded
    • AdvisoryBulkhead panel corroded at servo mounting area.
    • AdvisoryRear valence panel corroded and holed

  15. Pass66,289 miles (+430)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    66,289 miles
    Test number
    433685415425
    • AdvisoryBulkhead around brake servo corroded.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre perish cracked in tread.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r and n/s/r valance corroded and holed.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r inner sill heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on inner shoulder.
    • AdvisoryRear number plate discoloured.

  16. Pass65,859 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    65,859 miles
    Test number
    447644400272
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryBulkhead around brake servo corroded.
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s of rear valance corroded and holed.
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated.

  17. Fail65,854 miles (+685)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,854 miles
    Test number
    723859005450
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch. (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Outer sill. (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner wheel arch. (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills heavily corroded.
    • AdvisoryBulkhead around brake servo corroded.
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s of rear valance corroded and holed.
    • AdvisoryRear number plate deteriorated.

  18. Pass65,169 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    65,169 miles
    Test number
    402297224501
    • Advisory*N/s/f tyre on legal limit and worn on inner shoulder*
    • Advisory*Wear/play o/s/f lower ball joint*
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear spring seats corroded (upper)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded at rear and valance
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded (around brake servo)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak sump area
    • AdvisoryFront chassis cross-member corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r seat back locked in forward position
    • AdvisoryRear no. plate deteriorated

  19. Fail65,169 miles (+758)1 failure11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,169 miles
    Test number
    824880787534
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • Advisory*N/s/f tyre on legal limit and worn on inner shoulder*
    • Advisory*Wear/play o/s/f lower ball joint*
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear spring seats corroded (upper)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear wheel arches corroded at rear and valance
    • AdvisoryBulkhead corroded (around brake servo)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak sump area
    • AdvisoryFront chassis cross-member corroded
    • AdvisoryN/s/r outer sill corroded
    • AdvisoryO/s/r seat back locked in forward position
    • AdvisoryRear no. plate deteriorated

  20. Pass64,411 miles (+521)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,411 miles
    Test number
    109779854217
    • NoteBoth rear wheel arch, rear lower sections, corroded and holed.
    • NoteO/s outer c.v. gaiter split at small joint.
    • NoteRear lower panel corroded and holed.

  21. Pass63,890 miles (+1,005)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    63,890 miles
    Test number
    868754353290
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner shoulders and low tread
    • NoteBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • NoteBoth rear upper spring seats corroded
    • NoteO/s/r seat back locked in forward position
    • NoteRear valance corroded and breaking up

  22. Pass62,885 miles (+968)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    62,885 miles
    Test number
    316058852417
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner shoulders (Advise tracking)
    • NoteN/s/f wiper split
    • NoteO/s/r seat back jammed in position
    • NoteRear valance corrded and breaking up

  23. Pass61,917 miles (+1,992)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,917 miles
    Test number
    737844961232
    • NoteBoth rear inner sills corroded
    • NoteO/s/r seat back catch locked in position
    • NoteO/s/r valance corroded and holed
    • NoteRear No. plate discoloured

  24. Pass59,925 miles (+3,597)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,925 miles
    Test number
    132774160285
    • NoteBoth rear top spring seats corroded // Both rear inner sills corroded
    • NoteO/s/r seat back not locking back fully // Rear No.plate discoloured
    • NoteRear valance corroded and holed // Rear silencer corroded/holed and very slight blow

  25. Fail56,328 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,328 miles
    Test number
    480484749228
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer shoulders
    • NoteFront wipers smear
    • NoteRear number plate discoloured
    • NoteRear spring seats corroded (at chassis)

  26. Pass56,328 miles (+3,618)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    56,328 miles
    Test number
    972394249265
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner and outer shoulders
    • NoteFront wipers smear
    • NoteRear number plate discoloured
    • NoteRear spring seats corroded (at chassis)

  27. Pass52,710 miles (+6,028)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    52,710 miles
    Test number
    410542568247
    • NoteFront wipers smear
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear chassis corroded above spring seats
    • NoteRear wiper smears

  28. Pass46,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    46,682 miles
    Test number
    600287757260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail46,682 miles (+6,331)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,682 miles
    Test number
    572487457269
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteHandbrake cable noisy in operation
    • NoteN/s/r tyre uneven wear in tread blocks and has a cut in tread

  30. Pass40,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,351 miles
    Test number
    572955756289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail40,351 miles (+5,878)1 failure6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,351 miles
    Test number
    640445056220
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCuts in tread o/s/r tyre
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner and outer shoulders
    • NoteFront wipers smear
    • NoteHandbrake travel
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow inter silencer
    • NoteUneven wear n/s/r tyre tread blocks

  32. Pass34,473 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    34,473 miles
    Test number
    110948255230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V78 HNM

Does V78 HNM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V78 HNM expired on 17 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V78 HNM?
The MOT on V78 HNM expired on 17 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V78 HNM done?
V78 HNM was recorded at 106,165 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2025, an average of 3,583 miles a year.
Has V78 HNM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V78 HNM has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V78 HNM ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 Jul 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V78 HNM find?
V78 HNM passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 5 more.

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