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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,389 cc

Y242 ERWMOT history

Y242 ERW is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 25 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 24 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,214 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 May 2022.

Y242 ERW blue Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 May 2023
Mileage
130,214 mi
At MOT on 25 May 2022
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,004 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 ERW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
25 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 May 2023
Latest MOT test
25 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 ERW was last recorded at 130,214 miles on 25 May 2022, 1,017 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Oct 2017: 112,650 miles, lower than 119,671 miles on 8 Oct 2016.

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
129,197 miles · 8 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
1,017 miles
Average per year
4,004 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,214 miles
  • 2021 – 129,197 miles
  • 2020 – 129,097 miles
  • 2018 – 125,496 miles
  • 2017 – 112,650 miles
  • 2016 – 119,671 miles
  • 2015 – 116,933 miles
  • 2014 – 114,994 miles
  • 2013 – 112,422 miles
  • 2012 – 110,052 miles
  • 2011 – 104,642 miles
  • 2010 – 99,998 miles
  • 2009 – 96,011 miles
  • 2008 – 91,165 miles
  • 2007 – 80,477 miles
  • 2006 – 65,906 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,214 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread borderline (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch BORDERLINE (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch BORDERLINE (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r tyres perishing
  • AdvisoryParking of wipers

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,214 miles (+1,017)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    130,214 miles
    Test number
    738943102269
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread borderline (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch BORDERLINE (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch BORDERLINE (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s/r & o/s/r tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryParking of wipers

  2. Pass129,197 miles (+100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    129,197 miles
    Test number
    906095856934
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Sub-frame mounting modified but not seriously weakened wheel arch (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass129,097 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,097 miles
    Test number
    544730176049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail129,080 miles (+3,584)1 dangerous4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,080 miles
    Test number
    514294322411
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced and offside (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and offside front lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  5. Pass125,496 miles (+12,846)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    125,496 miles
    Test number
    263367836679
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass112,650 miles (-7,021)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    112,650 miles
    Test number
    421189506806
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  7. Pass119,671 miles (+2,738)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    119,671 miles
    Test number
    805805708540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass116,933 miles (+1,939)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    116,933 miles
    Test number
    110844980650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  9. Pass114,994 miles (+13)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    114,994 miles
    Test number
    369088334240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  10. Fail114,981 miles (+2,559)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,981 miles
    Test number
    638081934246
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testCentre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded

  11. Pass112,422 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    112,422 miles
    Test number
    337323713468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,407 miles (+2,355)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,407 miles
    Test number
    806661913280
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass110,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    110,052 miles
    Test number
    476752092136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail110,052 miles (+5,410)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,052 miles
    Test number
    618722192145
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass104,642 miles (+11)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    104,642 miles
    Test number
    969971181078
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

  16. Fail104,631 miles (+4,633)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,631 miles
    Test number
    858110481060
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth rear wheel bearing slightly noisy

  17. Pass99,998 miles (+33)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    99,998 miles
    Test number
    360457370072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNsr tyre wall slightly deteriorated

  18. Fail99,965 miles (+3,954)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,965 miles
    Test number
    282652470082
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNsr tyre wall slightly deteriorated

  19. Pass96,011 miles (+4,846)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    96,011 miles
    Test number
    914318879024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass91,165 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    91,165 miles
    Test number
    292866088050
    • NotePads not checked
    • NoteRear indicators starting to show white light
    • NoteRear number plate discolouring
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheel bearings
    • NoteSmall chip in screen zone b

  21. Fail91,165 miles (+10,688)4 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,165 miles
    Test number
    193655288487
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NotePads not checked
    • NoteRear indicators starting to show white light
    • NoteRear number plate discolouring
    • NoteSlight oil leak on engine
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheel bearings
    • NoteSmall chip in screen zone b

  22. Pass80,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    80,477 miles
    Test number
    273035917432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail80,477 miles (+14,571)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,477 miles
    Test number
    381525617156
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteEngine management warning light stays on?

  24. Pass65,906 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    65,906 miles
    Test number
    823243326146
    • NoteBack box corroded
    • NoteOffside front cv gaiter insecure

Questions about Y242 ERW

Does Y242 ERW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y242 ERW expired on 24 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y242 ERW?
The MOT on Y242 ERW expired on 24 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y242 ERW done?
Y242 ERW was recorded at 130,214 miles at its MOT on 25 May 2022, an average of 4,004 miles a year.
Has Y242 ERW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 ERW has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on Y242 ERW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Oct 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y242 ERW find?
Y242 ERW passed its latest MOT on 25 May 2022 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread borderline, and 5 more.

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