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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,199 cc

Y257 BGJMOT history

Y257 BGJ is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 20 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 36,830 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

Y257 BGJ blue Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
36,830 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,499 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 BGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 BGJ was last recorded at 36,830 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,854 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
976 miles
Average per year
1,499 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 36,830 miles
  • 2025 – 35,854 miles
  • 2024 – 34,571 miles
  • 2023 – 33,709 miles
  • 2022 – 32,850 miles
  • 2021 – 31,702 miles
  • 2020 – 30,777 miles
  • 2019 – 28,728 miles
  • 2018 – 27,157 miles
  • 2017 – 26,280 miles
  • 2016 – 24,818 miles
  • 2015 – 23,359 miles
  • 2014 – 21,552 miles
  • 2013 – 20,198 miles
  • 2012 – 18,570 miles
  • 2011 – 16,862 miles
  • 2010 – 14,412 miles
  • 2009 – 12,052 miles
  • 2008 – 10,118 miles
  • 2007 – 8,074 miles
  • 2006 – 6,889 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass36,830 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass36,830 miles (+976)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    36,830 miles
    Test number
    292609536231
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Pass35,854 miles (+1,283)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    35,854 miles
    Test number
    140076651493

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass34,571 miles (+862)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    34,571 miles
    Test number
    379988735207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass33,709 miles (+859)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    33,709 miles
    Test number
    934819202305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass32,850 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    32,850 miles
    Test number
    822044722771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail32,850 miles (+1,148)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,850 miles
    Test number
    284058546507
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass31,702 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    31,702 miles
    Test number
    373270397135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass30,777 miles (+2,049)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    30,777 miles
    Test number
    658991782173
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  9. Pass28,728 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    28,728 miles
    Test number
    487021010184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail28,728 miles (+1,571)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,728 miles
    Test number
    445825550255
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back Box (6.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass27,157 miles (+877)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    27,157 miles
    Test number
    842596363062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass26,280 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    26,280 miles
    Test number
    397141422571
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  13. Fail26,280 miles (+1,462)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,280 miles
    Test number
    727665516694
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass24,818 miles (+1,459)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    24,818 miles
    Test number
    457318075044
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres date back to 2001
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished and cracked within tread
  15. Pass23,359 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    23,359 miles
    Test number
    166479075063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass21,552 miles (+1,354)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    21,552 miles
    Test number
    348500784016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,198 miles (+1,628)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    20,198 miles
    Test number
    248473373043
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing thin
  18. Pass18,570 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    18,570 miles
    Test number
    555830682082
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Fail18,570 miles (+1,708)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,570 miles
    Test number
    369090982017
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  20. Fail16,862 miles2 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,862 miles
    Test number
    369781781080
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  21. Pass16,862 miles (+2,450)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    16,862 miles
    Test number
    766541581027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
  22. Pass14,412 miles (+2,360)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    14,412 miles
    Test number
    161321680097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass12,052 miles (+1,934)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    12,052 miles
    Test number
    893581479075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,118 miles (+2,044)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    10,118 miles
    Test number
    792466468059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass8,074 miles (+1,185)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    8,074 miles
    Test number
    191859577037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass6,889 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    6,889 miles
    Test number
    212871886029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 BGJ

Does Y257 BGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y257 BGJ is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y257 BGJ?
The MOT on Y257 BGJ is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y257 BGJ done?
Y257 BGJ was recorded at 36,830 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 1,499 miles a year.
Has Y257 BGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 BGJ has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y257 BGJ 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 Y257 BGJ find?
Y257 BGJ passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; oil leak, but not excessive; vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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