The road tax status for C288 JGL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for C288 JGL?

The MOT for C288 JGL is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 July 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of C288 JGL?

The recorded mileage for C288 JGL is 43,457 km, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is C288 JGL ULEZ compliant?

No, C288 JGL does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1986 Opel Corsa 1.3L Petrol · C288 JGL

C288 JGL

1986 Opel Corsa (1.3L, petrol). First registered 29/04/1986. Recorded mileage 43,457 km. MOT valid until 30/07/2027.

Make & Model: OPEL CORSA
Year / Origin: 1986 · Cardiff
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 30/07/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Odometer: 43,457 km
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.3L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 30/07/2027

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Odometer: 43,457 km
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1986
Engine: 1300cc

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C288 JGL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 01/08/2026
43,457 km recorded at latest MOT
3 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

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C288 JGL Odometer History

13/09/202243,457 km
13/09/202243,457 km
11/05/202443,457 km
01/08/202643,457 km
01/08/202643,457 km

Average of roughly 0 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

C288 JGL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 11:18

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Opel Corsa (C288 JGL) between September 2022 and August 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 01 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 3 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: “Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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