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2012 VAUXHALL CORSA1.4L Petrol

DY12 ACZ

Vehicle Insight Summary

With 110,620 miles recorded, this Silver 2012 VAUXHALL CORSA runs on Petrol with a 1398cc engine. MOT is currently valid and tax is unpaid.

MOT
Valid
Expires 09/09/2026
Tax
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Fuel
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1398cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-09-10 at 110,620 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. Previous tests from 2024-05-28 (87,374 miles) and 2023-05-16 (69,509 miles) also passed without issues, while two failures in 2023-05-15 (69,503 miles) and 2025-09-10 (110,620 miles) noted no defects. This suggests the car has maintained roadworthiness, though the repeated failures without recorded faults may indicate procedural errors or minor, non-critical issues. No recurring mechanical or structural problems are evident from the data. The mileage of 110,620 miles over 14 years aligns with an average of 7,901 miles annually, reflecting typical usage for the vehicle’s age. The MOT history shows consistent testing intervals, with the longest gap between 2023-05-16 and 2024-05-28 (12 months) and between 2024-05-28 and 2025-09-10 (15 months). No significant mileage spikes or prolonged inactivity periods are recorded, suggesting regular use without extended standing. The absence of defects in most tests implies the owner prioritized basic upkeep, though the 2023-05-15 failure at 69,503 miles may hint at transient issues requiring attention. A buyer should inspect the suspension components, particularly suspension bushes and coil springs, for wear given the vehicle’s age. The brakes, including calipers and discs, should be checked for corrosion or uneven wear, as these are common in older models. Structural integrity, especially underbody corrosion, warrants scrutiny, as exhaust emissions and rust can develop over time. While the MOT record shows no critical failures, physical inspection is essential to confirm the absence of hidden issues not captured in the tests.

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Vehicle Public Record vs. Hidden Financial Risk

70
/ 100 · Average
DVSA MOT History: Verified

Public MOT roadworthiness: Average.

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
Hidden Legal & Financial Status: PENDING

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Write-off
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Salvage
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Imported
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Exported
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Scrapped
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Destruction
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
The vehicle’s most recent MOT on 2025-09-10 at 110,620 miles recorded a pass with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend. Previous tests from 2024-05-28 (87,374 miles) and 2023-05-16 (69,509 miles) also passed without issues, while two failures in 2023-05-15 (69,503 miles) and 2025-09-10 (110,620 miles) noted no defects. This suggests the car has maintained roadworthiness, though the repeated failures without recorded faults may indicate procedural errors or minor, non-critical issues. No recurring mechanical or structural problems are evident from the data. The mileage of 110,620 miles over 14 years aligns with an average of 7,901 miles annually, reflecting typical usage for the vehicle’s age. The MOT history shows consistent testing intervals, with the longest gap between 2023-05-16 and 2024-05-28 (12 months) and between 2024-05-28 and 2025-09-10 (15 months). No significant mileage spikes or prolonged inactivity periods are recorded, suggesting regular use without extended standing. The absence of defects in most tests implies the owner prioritized basic upkeep, though the 2023-05-15 failure at 69,503 miles may hint at transient issues requiring attention. A buyer should inspect the suspension components, particularly suspension bushes and coil springs, for wear given the vehicle’s age. The brakes, including calipers and discs, should be checked for corrosion or uneven wear, as these are common in older models. Structural integrity, especially underbody corrosion, warrants scrutiny, as exhaust emissions and rust can develop over time. While the MOT record shows no critical failures, physical inspection is essential to confirm the absence of hidden issues not captured in the tests.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Our records for this Vauxhall Corsa (DY12 ACZ) from 2012 show a total of 5 MOT tests between May 2023 and September 2025.

Across its entire MOT history, this Vauxhall has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). While not perfect, the history shows a relatively typical pattern of MOT passes and fails.

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