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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,199 cc

Y223 EACMOT history

Y223 EAC is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Feb 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 68,555 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2025.

Y223 EAC silver Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Feb 2026
Mileage
68,555 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,165 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y223 EAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y223 EAC was last recorded at 68,555 miles on 3 Feb 2025, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,547 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
2,165 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 68,555 miles
  • 2024 – 68,547 miles
  • 2023 – 62,391 miles
  • 2022 – 52,268 miles
  • 2021 – 52,255 miles
  • 2020 – 50,015 miles
  • 2019 – 49,816 miles
  • 2018 – 49,627 miles
  • 2017 – 48,676 miles
  • 2016 – 48,182 miles
  • 2015 – 47,755 miles
  • 2014 – 46,877 miles
  • 2013 – 45,248 miles
  • 2012 – 43,179 miles
  • 2011 – 41,335 miles
  • 2010 – 39,840 miles
  • 2009 – 37,925 miles
  • 2008 – 36,729 miles
  • 2007 – 34,023 miles
  • 2006 – 27,736 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass68,555 miles
  • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rubber mounting perished (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecureRecorded 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 Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

29 tests since 28 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass68,555 miles (+8)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    68,555 miles
    Test number
    262004552318
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rubber mounting perished (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure

  2. Fail68,547 miles2 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,547 miles
    Test number
    516881316973
    • 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))
    • MajorElectronic power steering that is 'fly by wire' has the angle of the steering wheel is inconsistent with the angle of the road wheels (2.6 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rubber mounting perished (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure

  3. Pass68,547 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    68,547 miles
    Test number
    502074475686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail68,547 miles (+6,156)4 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,547 miles
    Test number
    478516575420
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass62,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    62,391 miles
    Test number
    390424802859
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail62,391 miles (+10,123)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,391 miles
    Test number
    546935117849
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass52,268 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    52,268 miles
    Test number
    382103502024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail52,264 miles (+9)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,264 miles
    Test number
    729754266444
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail52,255 miles (+2,240)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,255 miles
    Test number
    325420566591
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  10. Pass50,015 miles (+199)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    50,015 miles
    Test number
    274847717845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass49,816 miles (+189)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,816 miles
    Test number
    188181314731
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass49,627 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    49,627 miles
    Test number
    248835291042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail49,620 miles (+944)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,620 miles
    Test number
    785269764716
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass48,676 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    48,676 miles
    Test number
    257424497000
    • AdvisoryE.M.L on
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor

  15. Fail48,676 miles (+494)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,676 miles
    Test number
    862213482635
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryE.M.L on
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi joint in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront wipers poor
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished

  16. Pass48,182 miles (+427)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    48,182 miles
    Test number
    195378251692
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are worn low on inner edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre are perished in treads
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front suspesnsion components
    • AdvisoryExhaust front flexi joint is in a poor condition

  17. Pass47,755 miles (+878)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    47,755 miles
    Test number
    145179965405
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass46,877 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    46,877 miles
    Test number
    347524664054
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail46,873 miles (+1,625)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,873 miles
    Test number
    416234364052
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCentre exhaust hanger missing.
    • NoteCentre exhaust hanger split.

  20. Pass45,248 miles (+2,069)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    45,248 miles
    Test number
    698296963011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass43,179 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,179 miles
    Test number
    336038862025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,172 miles (+1,837)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,172 miles
    Test number
    875443762004
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass41,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,335 miles
    Test number
    595899161089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail41,335 miles (+1,495)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,335 miles
    Test number
    618299061044
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass39,840 miles (+1,915)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    39,840 miles
    Test number
    332248370079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass37,925 miles (+1,196)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    37,925 miles
    Test number
    401257689000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,729 miles (+2,706)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    36,729 miles
    Test number
    210308588032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,023 miles (+6,287)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    34,023 miles
    Test number
    220966387025
    • NoteNearside rear door damaged

  29. Pass27,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    27,736 miles
    Test number
    124507586460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y223 EAC

Does Y223 EAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y223 EAC expired on 2 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y223 EAC?
The MOT on Y223 EAC expired on 2 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y223 EAC done?
Y223 EAC was recorded at 68,555 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2025, an average of 2,165 miles a year.
Has Y223 EAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y223 EAC has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y223 EAC 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 Y223 EAC find?
Y223 EAC passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2025 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; exhaust mounting defective rubber mounting perished; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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