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Vauxhall Corsa

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,389 cc

Y281 SLDMOT history

Y281 SLD is a black petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 24 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 58,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

Y281 SLD black Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
58,796 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 SLD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,389 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 SLD was last recorded at 58,796 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 1,921 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
56,875 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,921 miles
Average per year
1,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,796 miles
  • 2025 – 56,875 miles
  • 2024 – 54,861 miles
  • 2023 – 53,002 miles
  • 2022 – 51,214 miles
  • 2021 – 49,472 miles
  • 2020 – 48,219 miles
  • 2019 – 46,014 miles
  • 2018 – 45,252 miles
  • 2017 – 44,795 miles
  • 2016 – 44,416 miles
  • 2015 – 44,023 miles
  • 2014 – 43,225 miles
  • 2013 – 41,836 miles
  • 2012 – 40,997 miles
  • 2011 – 40,529 miles
  • 2010 – 39,469 miles
  • 2009 – 37,985 miles
  • 2008 – 34,931 miles
  • 2007 – 32,051 miles
  • 2006 – 28,233 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,796 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Brake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass58,796 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    58,796 miles
    Test number
    543098673005
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • 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))

  2. Fail58,796 miles (+1,921)1 repaired3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,796 miles
    Test number
    554683178993
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end slightly misaligned (2.1.3 (e))
    • 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. Pass56,875 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    56,875 miles
    Test number
    901121228547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail56,872 miles (+2,011)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,872 miles
    Test number
    186220207989
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass54,861 miles (+1,859)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    54,861 miles
    Test number
    392531823318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,002 miles (+1,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    53,002 miles
    Test number
    539280153903
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass51,214 miles (+1,742)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    51,214 miles
    Test number
    664041457399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass49,472 miles (+1,253)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    49,472 miles
    Test number
    800248939953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass48,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    48,219 miles
    Test number
    256336807736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail48,219 miles (+2,205)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,219 miles
    Test number
    966472761275
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass46,014 miles (+762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    46,014 miles
    Test number
    795223446059
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass45,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,252 miles
    Test number
    751701295649

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail45,252 miles (+457)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,252 miles
    Test number
    843897941632
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  14. Pass44,795 miles (+379)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,795 miles
    Test number
    376304903414
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly both sides (2.5.B.1b)

  15. Pass44,416 miles (+393)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    44,416 miles
    Test number
    347672182617
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNSR tyre cracking on inner wall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  16. Pass44,023 miles (+798)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    44,023 miles
    Test number
    607963205141
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass43,225 miles (+1,389)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,225 miles
    Test number
    488040404172
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass41,836 miles (+839)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    41,836 miles
    Test number
    227285803410
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass40,997 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    40,997 miles
    Test number
    377477502183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,529 miles (+1,060)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,529 miles
    Test number
    747951501155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,469 miles
    Test number
    553275500147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail39,469 miles (+1,484)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,469 miles
    Test number
    842235300164
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass37,985 miles (+3,054)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    37,985 miles
    Test number
    321997009172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,931 miles (+2,880)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    34,931 miles
    Test number
    241518308112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass32,051 miles (+3,818)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    32,051 miles
    Test number
    252189607466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,233 miles
    Test number
    570389706102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y281 SLD

Does Y281 SLD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y281 SLD is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y281 SLD?
The MOT on Y281 SLD is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y281 SLD done?
Y281 SLD was recorded at 58,796 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 1,494 miles a year.
Has Y281 SLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 SLD has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on Y281 SLD 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 Y281 SLD find?
Y281 SLD passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose, and 3 more.

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