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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,199 cc

Y288 TCTMOT history

Y288 TCT is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 18 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 120,156 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2023.

Y288 TCT blue Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2024
Mileage
120,156 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2023
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,526 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y288 TCT
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
18 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y288 TCT was last recorded at 120,156 miles on 27 Nov 2023, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,151 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
5,526 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 120,156 miles
  • 2022 – 116,912 miles
  • 2021 – 114,502 miles
  • 2019 – 112,183 miles
  • 2018 – 110,442 miles
  • 2017 – 109,044 miles
  • 2016 – 105,018 miles
  • 2015 – 95,616 miles
  • 2014 – 87,029 miles
  • 2013 – 75,449 miles
  • 2012 – 55,658 miles
  • 2011 – 44,203 miles
  • 2010 – 40,422 miles
  • 2009 – 36,860 miles
  • 2008 – 32,899 miles
  • 2007 – 28,775 miles
  • 2006 – 23,000 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,156 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Excessive amount of peacock poo

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass120,156 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    120,156 miles
    Test number
    600628468491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail120,151 miles (+3,239)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,151 miles
    Test number
    213875653941
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass116,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    116,912 miles
    Test number
    909093708757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail116,912 miles (+2,410)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,912 miles
    Test number
    392267583937
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass114,502 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    114,502 miles
    Test number
    262004001498
    • AdvisoryExcessive amount of peacock poo
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  6. Fail114,500 miles (+2,317)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,500 miles
    Test number
    201596235063
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExcessive amount of peacock poo
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Pass112,183 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,183 miles
    Test number
    628032513112
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail112,183 miles (+1,741)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,183 miles
    Test number
    552410265486
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass110,442 miles (+1,398)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,442 miles
    Test number
    439517630459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass109,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,044 miles
    Test number
    334883206357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail109,043 miles (+4,025)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,043 miles
    Test number
    327803651885
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass105,018 miles (+9,402)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,018 miles
    Test number
    292579860394
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view Door mirror (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass95,616 miles (+8,587)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    95,616 miles
    Test number
    729234805141
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  14. Pass87,029 miles (+11,580)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    87,029 miles
    Test number
    465412624103
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass75,449 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    75,449 miles
    Test number
    118803823170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail75,448 miles (+19,790)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,448 miles
    Test number
    519033023150
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass55,658 miles (+11,455)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    55,658 miles
    Test number
    289177112172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Pass44,203 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    44,203 miles
    Test number
    995358091078
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Fail44,203 miles (+3,781)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,203 miles
    Test number
    646088791012
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass40,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    40,422 miles
    Test number
    523419790055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,422 miles (+3,562)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,422 miles
    Test number
    331229890045
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass36,860 miles (+3,961)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,860 miles
    Test number
    101346299094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,899 miles (+4,124)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,899 miles
    Test number
    292076908496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    28,775 miles
    Test number
    364319607173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail28,775 miles (+5,775)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,775 miles
    Test number
    684429407147
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

  26. Pass23,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    23,000 miles
    Test number
    741668716176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail23,000 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,000 miles
    Test number
    251358416153
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about Y288 TCT

Does Y288 TCT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y288 TCT expired on 26 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y288 TCT?
The MOT on Y288 TCT expired on 26 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y288 TCT done?
Y288 TCT was recorded at 120,156 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2023, an average of 5,526 miles a year.
Has Y288 TCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y288 TCT has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y288 TCT 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 Y288 TCT find?
Y288 TCT passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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