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Vauxhall Corsa

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 1,199 cc

Y241 GABMOT history

Y241 GAB is a silver petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 17 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 70,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

Y241 GAB silver Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
70,074 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,208 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y241 GAB
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
17 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y241 GAB was last recorded at 70,074 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 1,588 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Jan 2024: 66,612 miles, lower than 69,336 miles on 26 Jan 2023.

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
68,486 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,588 miles
Average per year
2,208 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,074 miles
  • 2025 – 68,486 miles
  • 2024 – 66,614 miles
  • 2023 – 69,336 miles
  • 2021 – 64,995 miles
  • 2020 – 64,918 miles
  • 2019 – 61,804 miles
  • 2018 – 58,174 miles
  • 2017 – 55,518 miles
  • 2016 – 52,568 miles
  • 2015 – 50,488 miles
  • 2014 – 48,667 miles
  • 2013 – 46,550 miles
  • 2012 – 44,326 miles
  • 2011 – 41,057 miles
  • 2010 – 37,962 miles
  • 2009 – 34,887 miles
  • 2008 – 32,588 miles
  • 2007 – 29,179 miles
  • 2006 – 26,245 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,074 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on inner edge
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported to nearside rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

31 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,074 miles1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    70,074 miles
    Test number
    999784555393
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail70,070 miles (+1,584)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,070 miles
    Test number
    526387807682
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass68,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    68,486 miles
    Test number
    867741681334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail68,486 miles (+1,872)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,486 miles
    Test number
    894103632101
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass66,614 miles (+2)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    66,614 miles
    Test number
    402241435375
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported to nearside rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported to offside rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail66,612 miles (-2,724)1 dangerous2 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,612 miles
    Test number
    817772640213
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported to nearside rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported to offside rear (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass69,336 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    69,336 miles
    Test number
    160952818022
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail69,333 miles (+4,338)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,333 miles
    Test number
    118568374601
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass64,995 miles (+77)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    64,995 miles
    Test number
    291661334933
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wiper split on end

  10. Pass64,918 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    64,918 miles
    Test number
    895357339266
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail64,917 miles (+3,113)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,917 miles
    Test number
    435903224433
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoolant on min

  12. Pass61,804 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    61,804 miles
    Test number
    192284714985
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail61,804 miles (+3,630)2 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,804 miles
    Test number
    774327282895
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass58,174 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    58,174 miles
    Test number
    173890019039
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre badly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre deteriorated

  15. Fail58,174 miles (+2,656)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,174 miles
    Test number
    937279320143
    • FailureOffside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre badly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre pressure low
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre deteriorated

  16. Pass55,518 miles (+2,950)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    55,518 miles
    Test number
    535622357705
    • AdvisoryFront both wipers poor
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres cracking in tread and sidewalls

  17. Pass52,568 miles (+2,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    52,568 miles
    Test number
    533161651924
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres deteriorated
    • AdvisoryItem moved from drivers view

  18. Pass50,488 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,488 miles
    Test number
    607960175003
    • NoteRear tyres cracking.

  19. Fail50,488 miles (+1,821)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,488 miles
    Test number
    286450075003
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking.

  20. Pass48,667 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,667 miles
    Test number
    176231674021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail48,667 miles (+2,117)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,667 miles
    Test number
    259891274069
    • Repaired at testNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  22. Pass46,550 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    46,550 miles
    Test number
    166772273438
    • NoteRear tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

  23. Fail46,550 miles (+2,224)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,550 miles
    Test number
    337002873041
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Fuel pipe leaking (7.2.3)
    • NoteHandbrake cable just starting to fray
    • NoteRear tyres cracking on inner sidewalls

  24. Pass44,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    44,326 miles
    Test number
    969632272000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,326 miles (+3,269)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,326 miles
    Test number
    975142072061
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  26. Pass41,057 miles (+3,095)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,057 miles
    Test number
    329800771074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass37,962 miles (+3,075)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,962 miles
    Test number
    392334470045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass34,887 miles (+2,299)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    34,887 miles
    Test number
    662591759095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass32,588 miles (+3,409)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,588 miles
    Test number
    391260678099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass29,179 miles (+2,934)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    29,179 miles
    Test number
    490294567000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass26,245 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    26,245 miles
    Test number
    164659166420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y241 GAB

Does Y241 GAB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y241 GAB is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y241 GAB?
The MOT on Y241 GAB is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y241 GAB done?
Y241 GAB was recorded at 70,074 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 2,208 miles a year.
Has Y241 GAB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y241 GAB has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y241 GAB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Jan 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y241 GAB find?
Y241 GAB passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front coil spring corroded, and 9 more.

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