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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,199 cc

Y257 XGBMOT history

Y257 XGB is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 31 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 85,490 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

Y257 XGB blue Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2023
Mileage
85,490 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 XGB
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
31 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 XGB was last recorded at 85,490 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 2,479 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,011 miles · 1 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
2,479 miles
Average per year
3,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 85,490 miles
  • 2021 – 83,011 miles
  • 2020 – 81,354 miles
  • 2019 – 76,760 miles
  • 2018 – 71,562 miles
  • 2017 – 66,160 miles
  • 2015 – 65,951 miles
  • 2014 – 64,202 miles
  • 2013 – 63,062 miles
  • 2012 – 59,008 miles
  • 2010 – 57,558 miles
  • 2009 – 51,026 miles
  • 2008 – 40,167 miles
  • 2007 – 32,865 miles
  • 2006 – 30,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,490 miles
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,490 miles (+2,479)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    85,490 miles
    Test number
    714413931502
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres starting to perish
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Damaged (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass83,011 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    83,011 miles
    Test number
    471490715336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  3. Fail83,005 miles (+1,651)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,005 miles
    Test number
    711858375391
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring with an unsafe modification Spring not sat correctly (5.3.1 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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. Pass81,354 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,354 miles
    Test number
    940576945713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail81,301 miles (+4,541)2 dangerous7 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,301 miles
    Test number
    919789651643
    • DangerousNearside Front Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass76,760 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    76,760 miles
    Test number
    364896261850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,740 miles (+5,178)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,740 miles
    Test number
    351660616578
    • 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 Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass71,562 miles (+5,402)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    71,562 miles
    Test number
    755480233153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass66,160 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,160 miles
    Test number
    879185024941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail66,160 miles (+209)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,160 miles
    Test number
    157588035622
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  11. Pass65,951 miles (+1,749)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    65,951 miles
    Test number
    768650025142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass64,202 miles (+1,140)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,202 miles
    Test number
    789918714109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,062 miles (+4,054)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,062 miles
    Test number
    577106663070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    59,008 miles
    Test number
    129975752036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail59,007 miles (+1,449)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,007 miles
    Test number
    935125552036
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass57,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    57,558 miles
    Test number
    530993060296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail57,558 miles (+6,532)7 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,558 miles
    Test number
    872099450228
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteFront registration plate in poor condition
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn on inside edge

  18. Pass51,026 miles (+10,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    51,026 miles
    Test number
    323257559458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass40,167 miles (+7,302)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    40,167 miles
    Test number
    851540558298
    • NoteExhaust back box blowing.

  20. Fail32,865 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,865 miles
    Test number
    952016357235
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteDamage to o/s/f tyre tread
    • NoteSlight bearing noise n/s/r

  21. Pass32,865 miles (+2,124)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    32,865 miles
    Test number
    981526557293
    • NoteDamage to o/s/f tyre tread
    • NoteSlight bearing noise n/s/r

  22. Pass30,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,741 miles
    Test number
    494212066206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 XGB

Does Y257 XGB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y257 XGB expired on 31 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y257 XGB?
The MOT on Y257 XGB expired on 31 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y257 XGB done?
Y257 XGB was recorded at 85,490 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 3,566 miles a year.
Has Y257 XGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 XGB has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on Y257 XGB 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 XGB find?
Y257 XGB passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; both rear tyres starting to perish, and 2 more.

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