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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 1,796 cc

V7 RCTMOT history

V7 RCT is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 1 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 4 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 112,291 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

V7 RCT black Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 May 2027
Mileage
112,291 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,993 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 RCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,796 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 May 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 RCT was last recorded at 112,291 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 3,424 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,867 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,424 miles
Average per year
4,993 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 112,291 miles
  • 2025 – 108,867 miles
  • 2024 – 106,457 miles
  • 2023 – 104,341 miles
  • 2022 – 101,138 miles
  • 2021 – 98,351 miles
  • 2020 – 94,260 miles
  • 2019 – 90,614 miles
  • 2018 – 87,325 miles
  • 2017 – 80,317 miles
  • 2016 – 71,893 miles
  • 2015 – 69,655 miles
  • 2014 – 67,618 miles
  • 2013 – 63,441 miles
  • 2012 – 59,372 miles
  • 2011 – 51,073 miles
  • 2010 – 43,695 miles
  • 2009 – 32,787 miles
  • 2008 – 23,253 miles
  • 2007 – 16,526 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,291 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear brake discs back plates deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,291 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2027
    Odometer
    112,291 miles
    Test number
    287320559500
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs back plates deteriorated

  2. FailMileage not read5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    242269345315
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • 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))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs back plates deteriorated

  3. Pass108,867 miles (+2,410)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2026
    Odometer
    108,867 miles
    Test number
    859282225533
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass106,457 miles (+2,116)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    106,457 miles
    Test number
    178508069181
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass104,341 miles (+3,203)16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    104,341 miles
    Test number
    671383897815
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass101,138 miles1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    101,138 miles
    Test number
    697891911616
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Fail101,138 miles (+2,787)3 repaired1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,138 miles
    Test number
    450085348939
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  8. Pass98,351 miles (+4,091)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2022
    Odometer
    98,351 miles
    Test number
    661405578086
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass94,260 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    94,260 miles
    Test number
    347182502525
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Fail94,260 miles (+3,646)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,260 miles
    Test number
    127758520447
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass90,614 miles (+3,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    90,614 miles
    Test number
    181184430163
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass87,325 miles (+7,008)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    87,325 miles
    Test number
    189906540822
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass80,317 miles (+8,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    80,317 miles
    Test number
    845742076104
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all tyres worn (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass71,893 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,893 miles
    Test number
    749523877264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail71,893 miles (+2,238)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,893 miles
    Test number
    833971726943
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass69,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    69,655 miles
    Test number
    337776955035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,655 miles (+2,037)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,655 miles
    Test number
    585466455017
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass67,618 miles (+4)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    67,618 miles
    Test number
    895232064018
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront brake pads are starting to wear low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on the inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorating, and mount broken

  19. Fail67,614 miles (+4,173)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,614 miles
    Test number
    769188954078
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront brake pads are starting to wear low
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on the inner edge
    • NoteRear exhaust silencer deteriorating, and mount broken

  20. Pass63,441 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,441 miles
    Test number
    799066653038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail63,441 miles (+4,069)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,441 miles
    Test number
    465086853021
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass59,372 miles (+8,299)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    59,372 miles
    Test number
    419802262060
    • NoteADVISE, coolant level below minimum.
    • NoteADVISE, difficaulty in selecting 1st gear.
    • NoteADVISE, nearside rear tyre worn smooth on inside edge.
    • NoteADVISE, rear exhaust silencer outter casing deteriorating.

  23. Pass51,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,073 miles
    Test number
    546925651092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,073 miles (+7,378)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,073 miles
    Test number
    145355051438
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass43,695 miles (+10,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    43,695 miles
    Test number
    993001850047
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass32,787 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    32,787 miles
    Test number
    372264039037
    • NoteFront number plate delaminating
    • NoteSlight play steering arms

  27. Fail32,787 miles (+9,534)4 dangerous1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,787 miles
    Test number
    840684839002
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate delaminating
    • NoteSlight play steering arms

  28. Pass23,253 miles (+6,727)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,253 miles
    Test number
    544649558057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass16,526 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    16,526 miles
    Test number
    363942957088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V7 RCT

Does V7 RCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V7 RCT is valid until 4 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on V7 RCT?
The MOT on V7 RCT is valid until 4 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V7 RCT done?
V7 RCT was recorded at 112,291 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 4,993 miles a year.
Has V7 RCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 RCT has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on V7 RCT 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 V7 RCT find?
V7 RCT passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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