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Vauxhall Corsa

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,199 cc

Y246 EACMOT history

Y246 EAC is a green petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 3 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 180,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2023.

Y246 EAC green Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Jul 2023
Mileage
180,843 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y246 EAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y246 EAC was last recorded at 180,843 miles on 24 Jul 2023, 4,069 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,774 miles · 14 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
4,069 miles
Average per year
8,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 180,843 miles
  • 2022 – 176,774 miles
  • 2021 – 171,735 miles
  • 2020 – 167,158 miles
  • 2019 – 159,715 miles
  • 2018 – 152,804 miles
  • 2017 – 146,111 miles
  • 2016 – 139,419 miles
  • 2015 – 133,422 miles
  • 2014 – 127,161 miles
  • 2013 – 120,030 miles
  • 2012 – 114,227 miles
  • 2011 – 99,759 miles
  • 2010 – 83,179 miles
  • 2009 – 68,634 miles
  • 2008 – 56,831 miles
  • 2007 – 43,351 miles
  • 2006 – 30,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail180,843 miles
  • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle 62% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNsf tyre showing signs of being driven on flat
  • AdvisoryUnder body and rear axle corroded

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads look low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

28 tests since 21 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail180,843 miles (+4,069)11 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,843 miles
    Test number
    241164108607
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle 62% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre showing signs of being driven on flat
    • AdvisoryUnder body and rear axle corroded

  2. Pass176,774 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    176,774 miles
    Test number
    665122102692
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail176,774 miles (+5,039)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,774 miles
    Test number
    439494954247
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective rubber missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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 (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass171,735 miles (+4,577)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    171,735 miles
    Test number
    878787360956
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust mounting rubber missing

  5. Pass167,158 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    167,158 miles
    Test number
    918224506728
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail167,157 miles (+7,442)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,157 miles
    Test number
    547850396524
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi joint deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass159,715 miles (+107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    159,715 miles
    Test number
    885935696506
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front pads look low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail159,608 miles (+6,804)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,608 miles
    Test number
    103457073419
    • 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))
    • MajorRear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front pads look low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass152,804 miles (+6,693)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    152,804 miles
    Test number
    680745287441
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge @ 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has inner shoulder wear evident
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate lamp offside rear slightly dim

  10. Pass146,111 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    146,111 miles
    Test number
    610543106879
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail146,111 miles (+6,692)5 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,111 miles
    Test number
    476938464973
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass139,419 miles (+5,997)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    139,419 miles
    Test number
    389492153822
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass133,422 miles (+2)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    133,422 miles
    Test number
    466672665109
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteWear evident nearside trackrod end

  14. Fail133,420 miles (+6,259)4 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,420 miles
    Test number
    308161765175
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteBroken wires evident offside parking brake cable
    • NoteCorrosion/deterioration at exhaust backbox inlet stub
    • NoteWear evident nearside trackrod end

  15. Pass127,161 miles (+7,131)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    127,161 miles
    Test number
    185388094165
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteChips across windscreen
    • NoteCorrosion evident areas suspension units & mount areas

  16. Pass120,030 miles (+5,803)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    120,030 miles
    Test number
    306760093198
    • NoteFront number plate broken can still read the letter

  17. Pass114,227 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    114,227 miles
    Test number
    285323592489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail114,227 miles (+14,468)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,227 miles
    Test number
    796407982187
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

  19. Fail99,759 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,759 miles
    Test number
    287437091447
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteBonnet pull catch missing

  20. Pass99,759 miles (+16,580)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    99,759 miles
    Test number
    679137691131
    • NoteBonnet pull catch missing

  21. Pass83,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    83,179 miles
    Test number
    913691700215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,179 miles (+14,545)4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,179 miles
    Test number
    612020400250
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres low on 3mm tread
    • NoteNeareside rear tyre low on 3mm and perishing
    • NoteOffside rear door doesnt open from outside or inside

  23. Pass68,634 miles (+11,803)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    68,634 miles
    Test number
    832341809255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass56,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    56,831 miles
    Test number
    883294218252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail56,831 miles (+13,480)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,831 miles
    Test number
    272384618258
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  26. Pass43,351 miles (+13,108)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    43,351 miles
    Test number
    271657807485
    • NoteCorrosion & wear evident front brake discs

  27. Pass30,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    30,243 miles
    Test number
    443311116169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,243 miles3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,243 miles
    Test number
    444751016121
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteBoth front wiper blades slitting.

Questions about Y246 EAC

Does Y246 EAC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y246 EAC expired on 18 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y246 EAC?
The MOT on Y246 EAC expired on 18 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y246 EAC done?
Y246 EAC was recorded at 180,843 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2023, an average of 8,727 miles a year.
Has Y246 EAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y246 EAC has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on Y246 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 Y246 EAC find?
Y246 EAC failed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2023 with 11 major defects and 5 advisories: front brakes imbalanced across an axle axle 1; nearside front vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill; nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill, and 13 more.

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