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Vauxhall Corsa

Green · Petrol · 2001 · 1,199 cc

Y49 OVSMOT history

Y49 OVS is a green petrol Vauxhall Corsa first used on 29 Aug 2001. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2022 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,733 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2022.

Y49 OVS green Vauxhall Corsa – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2022
Mileage
95,733 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2022
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,009 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y49 OVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Vauxhall
Model
Corsa
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,199 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y49 OVS was last recorded at 95,733 miles on 30 Mar 2022, 2,964 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,769 miles · 19 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
2,964 miles
Average per year
4,009 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 95,733 miles
  • 2021 – 92,769 miles
  • 2020 – 90,008 miles
  • 2019 – 86,548 miles
  • 2018 – 82,872 miles
  • 2017 – 79,231 miles
  • 2016 – 75,368 miles
  • 2015 – 71,427 miles
  • 2014 – 67,635 miles
  • 2013 – 63,293 miles
  • 2012 – 58,645 miles
  • 2011 – 54,167 miles
  • 2010 – 49,569 miles
  • 2009 – 45,086 miles
  • 2008 – 40,555 miles
  • 2007 – 35,635 miles
  • 2005 – 29,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail95,733 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoot lid slightly loose catch faulty (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (155/80r13 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 155/80r13 (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system slightly rough top mount (2.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Headlamp insecure

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail95,733 miles (+2,964)1 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,733 miles
    Test number
    702393095956
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoot lid slightly loose catch faulty (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (155/80r13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 155/80r13 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system slightly rough top mount (2.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output cloudy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass92,769 miles (+2,761)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    92,769 miles
    Test number
    611914589697
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  3. Pass90,008 miles (+3,460)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    90,008 miles
    Test number
    910853223175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass86,548 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    86,548 miles
    Test number
    404218184543
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface holed (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail86,548 miles (+3,676)4 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,548 miles
    Test number
    720411074284
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface holed (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inner edge of tread approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,872 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,872 miles
    Test number
    987328433919
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened deep scoring on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit feathering on inner erdge of tread (approx 3mm) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly scored on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired damaged/holed (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  7. Fail82,877 miles (+3,646)4 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,877 miles
    Test number
    123075203870
    • FailureNearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper (accident damage) (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure broken (accident damage) (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened deep scoring on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit feathering on inner erdge of tread (approx 3mm) (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lightly scored on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiper split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired damaged/holed (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  8. Pass79,231 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    79,231 miles
    Test number
    198376271880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front BUMPER /HEAD LAMP DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear FOG LAMP DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened AXEL (2.4.G.1)

  9. Fail79,231 miles (+3,863)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,231 miles
    Test number
    802613030889
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front BUMPER /HEAD LAMP DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear FOG LAMP DAMAGED
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened AXEL (2.4.G.1)

  10. Pass75,368 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    75,368 miles
    Test number
    995039446883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,368 miles (+3,941)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,368 miles
    Test number
    234648574456
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened BROKEN (3.5.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass71,427 miles (+3,792)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    71,427 miles
    Test number
    965755485057
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  13. Pass67,635 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    67,635 miles
    Test number
    987750594075
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteHandbrake feels notchy

  14. Fail67,635 miles (+4,342)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,635 miles
    Test number
    135950594050
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront bumper insecure
    • NoteHandbrake feels notchy

  15. Pass63,293 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    63,293 miles
    Test number
    248907483038
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteRear wiper defective

  16. Fail63,270 miles (+4,625)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,270 miles
    Test number
    828677783006
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteRear wiper defective

  17. Pass58,645 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    58,645 miles
    Test number
    795011992081
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  18. Fail58,645 miles (+4,478)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,645 miles
    Test number
    186280192001
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass54,167 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    54,167 miles
    Test number
    879391291023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail54,152 miles (+4,583)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,152 miles
    Test number
    179030891495
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass49,569 miles (+160)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,569 miles
    Test number
    832043880099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail49,409 miles (+4,323)5 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,409 miles
    Test number
    260286770019
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre low tread
    • NoteMinor gas leak from exhast center silencer

  23. Pass45,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    45,086 miles
    Test number
    661524289003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail45,086 miles (+4,531)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,086 miles
    Test number
    501464789095
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass40,555 miles (+4,920)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    40,555 miles
    Test number
    841688978005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,635 miles (+5,830)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    35,635 miles
    Test number
    954180997013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,805 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    29,805 miles
    Test number
    264451795276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y49 OVS

Does Y49 OVS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y49 OVS expired on 31 Mar 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y49 OVS?
The MOT on Y49 OVS expired on 31 Mar 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y49 OVS done?
Y49 OVS was recorded at 95,733 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2022, an average of 4,009 miles a year.
Has Y49 OVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y49 OVS has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on Y49 OVS 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 Y49 OVS find?
Y49 OVS failed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2022 with 1 dangerous defect, 5 major defects and 10 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; front sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; nearside front track rod end ball joint has excessive play, and 13 more.

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