2010 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · A21 LCT
2010 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 29/01/2010. Recorded mileage 110,131 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/02/2027.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2010
- Engine
- 1229cc
A21 LCT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2025
- 110,131 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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A21 LCT Mileage History
- 21/07/202289,069 mi
- 21/07/202289,069 mi
- 17/07/202396,050 mi+6,981 mi
- 30/07/2024103,512 mi+7,462 mi
- 30/07/2025110,131 mi+6,619 mi
Average of roughly 6,961 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
A21 LCT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Vauxhall Corsa (A21 LCT) between July 2022 and July 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Headlamp are incorrectly positioned bulb not fitted correctly no pattern (4.1.4 (a))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution and budget for immediate wear-and-tear repairs before buying this 2010 Vauxhall Corsa. The MOT history shows a past failure and several recurring advisories that suggest an ageing but roadworthy small petrol hatchback.
Use the recorded MOT failures and advisories as leverage when negotiating. The 2022 failure for an incorrectly fitted near-side front headlamp bulb, front pipe flexi exhaust leak and near-side rear tyre at the legal limit shows the car has had basic maintenance lapses, so agree a price that reflects upcoming costs such as brake discs and an exhaust section. Ask for service history to confirm the timing chain, coolant and spark plugs have been attended to on this 1229cc petrol unit, as the MOT data alone does not evidence routine servicing.
As a 1.2-litre petrol Corsa from 2010, this car sits in a low road-tax band and a modest insurance group, keeping fixed annual costs down, though exact figures are not in the supplied data. Fuel economy on the 1229cc unit is typically strong for urban use, and maintenance parts for Vauxhall Corsas are widely available and cheap. Based on the mileage and noted wear, budget around £700-£900 per year for fuel, tax, insurance and typical upkeep excluding any large repairs.
Check the front brake discs for the pitting or scoring noted at the 2025 test (110,131 miles) and confirm pad thickness, as the brake pedal was also reported wearing smooth. Inspect the front exhaust for the rust recorded in 2025 and the flexi leak first seen in 2022, plus the near-side rear shock absorber which has shown light oil misting at every test since 2022. Verify the headlamp alignment and bulb seating following the 2022 failure, and review all four tyres given repeated edge-wear advisories on front and rear.
This red 1.2-litre petrol Vauxhall Corsa (A21LCT), first registered in January 2010, has covered 110,131 miles as of its July 2025 MOT pass. The history includes one failure in 2022 for a headlamp positioning fault, exhaust gas leak and worn rear tyre, all of which were addressed to secure a pass the same day. Recent tests show developing brake wear, exhaust corrosion and shock absorber misting that a buyer should factor into negotiations.
No aggregate MOT reliability data was available for the Vauxhall Corsa to indicate model-wide failure patterns.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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