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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 973 cc

Y256 MDYMOT history

Y256 MDY is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 20 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 21 of 32 MOT tests, with 73,680 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

Y256 MDY blue Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
73,680 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
21 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,535 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 MDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
973 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 MDY was last recorded at 73,680 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 66 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,614 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
66 miles
Average per year
2,535 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,680 miles
  • 2025 – 72,615 miles
  • 2024 – 71,711 miles
  • 2023 – 70,950 miles
  • 2022 – 70,226 miles
  • 2021 – 69,114 miles
  • 2020 – 68,308 miles
  • 2019 – 67,188 miles
  • 2018 – 66,500 miles
  • 2017 – 65,734 miles
  • 2016 – 64,334 miles
  • 2015 – 62,832 miles
  • 2014 – 60,664 miles
  • 2013 – 58,424 miles
  • 2012 – 53,099 miles
  • 2011 – 47,226 miles
  • 2010 – 42,696 miles
  • 2009 – 38,158 miles
  • 2008 – 32,834 miles
  • 2007 – 28,705 miles
  • 2006 – 22,858 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,680 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Steering column top bearing slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Both front anti roll bar linkage covers slightly perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm and lower ball joint corroding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass73,680 miles (+66)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    73,680 miles
    Test number
    575175379481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail73,614 miles (+999)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,614 miles
    Test number
    379146705761
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

  3. Pass72,615 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    72,615 miles
    Test number
    660665826476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail72,586 miles (+875)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,586 miles
    Test number
    517662889356
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass71,711 miles (+761)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    71,711 miles
    Test number
    449113049227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low, perished & cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn low, perished & cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar linkage covers slightly perished

  6. Pass70,950 miles (+724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    70,950 miles
    Test number
    524512511613
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth front anti roll bar linkage covers slightly perished

  7. Pass70,226 miles (+10)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    70,226 miles
    Test number
    244519173293
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm and lower ball joint corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail70,216 miles (+1,102)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,216 miles
    Test number
    725823551107
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened arm and lower ball joint corroding (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass69,114 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    69,114 miles
    Test number
    879696612455

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail69,114 miles (+806)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,114 miles
    Test number
    729514683423
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

  11. Pass68,308 miles (+1,120)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    68,308 miles
    Test number
    441407890485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,188 miles (+688)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    67,188 miles
    Test number
    728379267201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,500 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    66,500 miles
    Test number
    883292177458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail66,500 miles (+766)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,500 miles
    Test number
    181241239160
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Pass65,734 miles (+1,400)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    65,734 miles
    Test number
    913786750828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,334 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,334 miles
    Test number
    933427785752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,298 miles (+1,466)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,298 miles
    Test number
    231946593156
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass62,832 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    62,832 miles
    Test number
    465680095038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail62,825 miles (+2,161)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,825 miles
    Test number
    289544085052
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass60,664 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    60,664 miles
    Test number
    186834084017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,646 miles (+2,222)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,646 miles
    Test number
    828099974075
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  22. Pass58,424 miles (+5,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    58,424 miles
    Test number
    308513293075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass53,099 miles (+5,873)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    53,099 miles
    Test number
    818158682047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,226 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    47,226 miles
    Test number
    696997681096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail47,207 miles (+4,511)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,207 miles
    Test number
    758672281048
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  26. Pass42,696 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    42,696 miles
    Test number
    151846180024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail42,679 miles (+4,521)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,679 miles
    Test number
    784893780051
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass38,158 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    38,158 miles
    Test number
    292364789095
    • NoteFront tyres worn uneven and close to limit

  29. Fail38,158 miles (+5,324)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,158 miles
    Test number
    983354889096
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres worn uneven and close to limit

  30. Pass32,834 miles (+4,129)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,834 miles
    Test number
    162126288057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass28,705 miles (+5,847)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,705 miles
    Test number
    824227487086
    • NoteCenter box corroded and blowing

  32. Pass22,858 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    22,858 miles
    Test number
    143971886058
    • NoteOffside rear flasher turning white.

Questions about Y256 MDY

Does Y256 MDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y256 MDY is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y256 MDY?
The MOT on Y256 MDY is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y256 MDY done?
Y256 MDY was recorded at 73,680 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 2,535 miles a year.
Has Y256 MDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 MDY has failed 11 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on Y256 MDY 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 Y256 MDY find?
Y256 MDY passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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