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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,364 cc

V79 GCNMOT history

V79 GCN is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 10 Nov 1999. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 55,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2026
Mileage
55,041 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2025
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,825 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V79 GCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,364 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V79 GCN was last recorded at 55,041 miles on 15 Jul 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,039 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,825 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 55,041 miles
  • 2024 – 49,606 miles
  • 2023 – 48,783 miles
  • 2022 – 48,288 miles
  • 2021 – 47,907 miles
  • 2020 – 47,428 miles
  • 2019 – 46,706 miles
  • 2018 – 45,900 miles
  • 2017 – 45,003 miles
  • 2016 – 43,808 miles
  • 2015 – 42,544 miles
  • 2014 – 41,563 miles
  • 2013 – 39,771 miles
  • 2012 – 38,376 miles
  • 2011 – 36,482 miles
  • 2010 – 35,378 miles
  • 2009 – 33,866 miles
  • 2008 – 32,729 miles
  • 2007 – 29,018 miles
  • 2006 – 21,381 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,041 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryVehicle undersealedRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2011

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

30 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,041 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    55,041 miles
    Test number
    262553707997
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  2. Fail55,039 miles (+5,433)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,039 miles
    Test number
    613577639872
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  3. Pass49,606 miles (+823)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    49,606 miles
    Test number
    378859281951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,783 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    48,783 miles
    Test number
    802660243878
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Fail48,783 miles (+495)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,783 miles
    Test number
    856887448271
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass48,288 miles (+381)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    48,288 miles
    Test number
    455672788053
    • AdvisoryBumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  7. Pass47,907 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    47,907 miles
    Test number
    385890445798
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing remaining three tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail47,907 miles (+479)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,907 miles
    Test number
    177471558065
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing remaining three tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass47,428 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    47,428 miles
    Test number
    523114943673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass46,706 miles (+806)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    46,706 miles
    Test number
    279184523612

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,900 miles (+897)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,900 miles
    Test number
    313830372411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,003 miles (+1,195)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    45,003 miles
    Test number
    412134895199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,808 miles (+1,264)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    43,808 miles
    Test number
    246153838509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,544 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    42,544 miles
    Test number
    925686565169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre slightly cracking up

  15. Fail42,544 miles (+981)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,544 miles
    Test number
    346596165146
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteCoolant level low
    • NoteN/s/rear tyre slightly cracking up

  16. Pass41,563 miles (+1,792)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,563 miles
    Test number
    728459664106
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteCorrosion started on rear axle and underside of vehicle
    • NoteEvidence of over heating under bonnet

  17. Pass39,771 miles (+1,395)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    39,771 miles
    Test number
    288056663181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)
    • NoteCorrossion to front & rear suspension & steering components
    • NoteCorrossion to underside of vechile
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteN/s/f tyre sidewall damaged (165/70x13)

  18. Pass38,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    38,376 miles
    Test number
    215687362446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,376 miles (+1,894)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,376 miles
    Test number
    908237262144
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass36,482 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    36,482 miles
    Test number
    496656861193
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear windscreen wiper has a split/damaged blade

  21. Fail36,482 miles (+1,104)4 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,482 miles
    Test number
    889706661157
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRear windscreen wiper has a split/damaged blade

  22. Pass35,378 miles (+1,512)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,378 miles
    Test number
    634285090102
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteAll brake hose ferrules corrossion
    • NoteCorrossion to front & rear suspension & steering component's.
    • NoteO/s/f & o/s/r tyres treads cracking & perished & sidewalls cracked & perished(Advise Replacement 165/70x13T)

  23. Fail33,866 miles1 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,866 miles
    Test number
    431687799145
    • Repaired at testRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteFront brake hose ferrules corroded

  24. Pass33,866 miles (+1,137)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    33,866 miles
    Test number
    770677999135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • NoteFront brake hose ferrules corroded

  25. Fail32,729 miles1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,729 miles
    Test number
    552309798190
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  26. Pass32,729 miles (+3,711)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    32,729 miles
    Test number
    981179698170
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  27. Pass29,018 miles (+7,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    29,018 miles
    Test number
    851909507271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Pass21,381 miles (+1,932)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,381 miles
    Test number
    333447626282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass19,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,449 miles
    Test number
    243411316056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail19,449 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,449 miles
    Test number
    470089106092
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)
    • FailureRear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Questions about V79 GCN

Does V79 GCN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V79 GCN expired on 14 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V79 GCN?
The MOT on V79 GCN expired on 14 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V79 GCN done?
V79 GCN was recorded at 55,041 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2025, an average of 1,825 miles a year.
Has V79 GCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V79 GCN has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on V79 GCN 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 V79 GCN find?
V79 GCN passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: front play in steering rack inner joint(s); vehicle undersealed.

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