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Vauxhall Corsa

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 973 cc

Y294 UCSMOT history

Y294 UCS is a blue petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2023 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 72,438 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2022.

Y294 UCS blue Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Vauxhall Corsa, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2023
Mileage
72,438 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2022
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,645 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y294 UCS
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
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y294 UCS was last recorded at 72,438 miles on 7 Feb 2022, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,436 miles · 4 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
3,645 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,438 miles
  • 2021 – 67,714 miles
  • 2020 – 61,497 miles
  • 2019 – 50,780 miles
  • 2018 – 46,246 miles
  • 2017 – 40,897 miles
  • 2016 – 33,749 miles
  • 2015 – 29,182 miles
  • 2014 – 22,296 miles
  • 2013 – 22,051 miles
  • 2012 – 21,807 miles
  • 2011 – 21,191 miles
  • 2010 – 20,421 miles
  • 2009 – 19,317 miles
  • 2008 – 18,040 miles
  • 2007 – 16,486 miles
  • 2006 – 14,342 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,438 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamps deterioratedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,438 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    72,438 miles
    Test number
    628112852571
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail72,436 miles (+4,722)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,436 miles
    Test number
    427029248761
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass67,714 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    67,714 miles
    Test number
    779780461430
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail67,712 miles (+6,215)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,712 miles
    Test number
    812826731811
    • MajorNearside Front Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass61,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    61,497 miles
    Test number
    701954460905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail61,497 miles (+10,717)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,497 miles
    Test number
    955507791103
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass50,780 miles (+4,534)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    50,780 miles
    Test number
    770900303441
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass46,246 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    46,246 miles
    Test number
    888912458344
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail46,246 miles (+5,349)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,246 miles
    Test number
    289209465665
    • FailureBrake cable has restricted free movement both sides (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak casing corroded (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported rubber mount missing at rear silencer (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil casing corroded (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass40,897 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,897 miles
    Test number
    247213589911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Fail40,897 miles (+7,148)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,897 miles
    Test number
    810358138797
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 33% (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Fuel system component leaking filter corroded (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin both front brake discs worn/ pitted (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass33,749 miles (+4,567)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    33,749 miles
    Test number
    269926519434
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre box (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust back box corroded and flaking
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre perished on sidewall

  13. Pass29,182 miles (+6,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,182 miles
    Test number
    669971165033
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass22,296 miles (+245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    22,296 miles
    Test number
    528223264040
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  15. Pass22,051 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    22,051 miles
    Test number
    379476863016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteCracks on tread section of both rear tyres
    • NoteExhaust back box in poor condition and blowing slightly
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven

  16. Fail22,051 miles (+244)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,051 miles
    Test number
    485603263010
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteCracks on tread section of both rear tyres
    • NoteExhaust back box in poor condition and blowing slightly
    • NoteRear brake application slightly uneven

  17. Pass21,807 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    21,807 miles
    Test number
    507462052052
    • NoteExhaust back box deteriorating/poor condition

  18. Fail21,807 miles (+616)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,807 miles
    Test number
    665082052095
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteExhaust back box deteriorating/poor condition

  19. Pass21,191 miles (+770)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    21,191 miles
    Test number
    515848041099
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  20. Pass20,421 miles (+1,104)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    20,421 miles
    Test number
    843024850031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,317 miles (+1,277)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    19,317 miles
    Test number
    433019749044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,040 miles (+1,554)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    18,040 miles
    Test number
    134101358484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass16,486 miles (+2,144)
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    16,486 miles
    Test number
    654305257058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,342 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    14,342 miles
    Test number
    291090566053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y294 UCS

Does Y294 UCS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y294 UCS expired on 6 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y294 UCS?
The MOT on Y294 UCS expired on 6 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y294 UCS done?
Y294 UCS was recorded at 72,438 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2022, an average of 3,645 miles a year.
Has Y294 UCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y294 UCS has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on Y294 UCS 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 Y294 UCS find?
Y294 UCS passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2022 with 7 advisories: headlamps deteriorated; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 4 more.

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