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Vauxhall Corsa

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,199 cc

Y228 JVSMOT history

Y228 JVS is a red petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 31 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 122,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2023.

Y228 JVS red Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Jan 2024
Mileage
122,426 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,940 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y228 JVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
31 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y228 JVS was last recorded at 122,426 miles on 29 Nov 2023, 8,736 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,690 miles · 8 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
8,736 miles
Average per year
4,940 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 122,426 miles
  • 2022 – 113,690 miles
  • 2021 – 106,031 miles
  • 2020 – 102,417 miles
  • 2019 – 98,633 miles
  • 2018 – 91,396 miles
  • 2017 – 81,972 miles
  • 2016 – 73,399 miles
  • 2015 – 62,392 miles
  • 2014 – 55,919 miles
  • 2012 – 53,926 miles
  • 2011 – 51,977 miles
  • 2010 – 51,007 miles
  • 2009 – 47,196 miles
  • 2008 – 43,706 miles
  • 2007 – 39,937 miles
  • 2006 – 36,778 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,426 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail122,426 miles (+8,736)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,426 miles
    Test number
    610683978712
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced front (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass113,690 miles (+7,659)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    113,690 miles
    Test number
    647377250537
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass106,031 miles (+3,614)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    106,031 miles
    Test number
    952302678477
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass102,417 miles (+3,784)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,417 miles
    Test number
    528101091135
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass98,633 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    98,633 miles
    Test number
    430978630130
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail98,632 miles (+7,235)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,632 miles
    Test number
    166893188440
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass91,397 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    91,397 miles
    Test number
    735007107862
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail91,396 miles (+9,424)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,396 miles
    Test number
    123424796877
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear tyres wearing inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass81,972 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    81,972 miles
    Test number
    297544775969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail81,972 miles (+8,573)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,972 miles
    Test number
    504978085855
    • FailureEmissions not tested due to hole in backbox, cat also not tested. (7.3.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box. (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  11. Pass73,399 miles (+11,007)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    73,399 miles
    Test number
    939210430436
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges

  12. Pass62,392 miles (+6,473)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    62,392 miles
    Test number
    358430325210
    • NoteSteer has slight float in the column

  13. Pass55,919 miles (+1,993)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    55,919 miles
    Test number
    337145424436
    • NoteNsf tyre wall damaged
    • NoteUnable to check h brake cables thro guides
    • NoteWishbone bushes perishing

  14. Pass53,926 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    53,926 miles
    Test number
    197131542269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,977 miles (+970)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,977 miles
    Test number
    109228631268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,007 miles (+3,811)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,007 miles
    Test number
    490616260257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,196 miles
    Test number
    331191039444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail47,193 miles (+3,487)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,193 miles
    Test number
    321271239271
    • FailureRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureCoil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  19. Pass43,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    43,706 miles
    Test number
    494388848202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,706 miles (+3,769)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,706 miles
    Test number
    770588648229
    • Repaired at testOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  21. Pass39,937 miles (+3,159)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    39,937 miles
    Test number
    412560707277
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass36,778 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,778 miles
    Test number
    950859706210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y228 JVS

Does Y228 JVS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y228 JVS expired on 1 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y228 JVS?
The MOT on Y228 JVS expired on 1 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y228 JVS done?
Y228 JVS was recorded at 122,426 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2023, an average of 4,940 miles a year.
Has Y228 JVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y228 JVS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y228 JVS 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 Y228 JVS find?
Y228 JVS failed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2023 with 6 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn; nearside headlamp levelling device inoperative; offside front coil spring fractured or broken, and 6 more.

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