1996 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · N21 GMA
1996 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 1996. Recorded mileage 63,801 miles. MOT expired on 24 Feb 2012. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Feb 2012
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 63,801 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N21 GMA Key Findings
- 6 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/02/2011
- 63,801 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N21 GMA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
6 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Vauxhall Corsa (N21 GMA) between February 2006 and February 2011.
The record contains 6 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 2 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 2 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.
N21 GMA Mileage History
- 23/02/200651,684 mi
- 23/02/200754,838 mi+3,154 mi
- 25/02/200856,823 mi+1,985 mi
- 24/02/200958,753 mi+1,930 mi
- 23/02/201061,326 mi+2,573 mi
- 02/02/201163,801 mi+2,475 mi
Average of roughly 2,452 miles per year across 6 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Corsa B
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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- Rear arch, sill and floor corrosionSerious
Rust around the rear arches, sills, floor edges and front chassis legs can make a tidy-looking Corsa B uneconomical very quickly.
- Idle control and ignition faultsModerate
Small petrol engines often suffer hunting idle, misfire and stalling because of coil packs, stepper motors or tired sensors.
- Front spring and top mount wearModerate
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