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1996 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · P972 EDY

P972 EDY

1996 Vauxhall Corsa (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01/08/1996. Recorded mileage 91,209 miles. MOT valid until 29/05/2027. Taxed until 01/07/2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
1996 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29/05/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/07/2027)
Recorded Mileage
91,209 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 29/05/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/07/2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
1996
Engine
1389cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle's MOT history shows a stable trend of passing tests without recorded defects over the last three years. The most recent test on 14 May 2025 resulted in a pass with no advisories or failures noted. This follows a clean pass in May 2024 and another in August 2023, indicating that the vehicle has met the minimum legal requirements for roadworthiness in its most recent inspections. The recorded mileage of 88,378 miles is low for a 1996 registration, averaging approximately 2,946 miles per year. The MOT records provided do not show the specific mileage increments for the 2023, 2024, or 2025 tests, making it impossible to track the exact rate of recent accumulation. While the low total mileage suggests infrequent use, such patterns can sometimes lead to issues with components that degrade through inactivity rather than wear. A physical inspection should focus on areas typically affected by low usage and age. A buyer should check the vehicle for signs of corrosion on the chassis and sills, as well as the condition of rubber components like suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, which can perish over time regardless of mileage. Inspecting the braking system for seized calipers or corroded brake lines is also necessary, as these components often suffer when a vehicle sits idle for extended periods.

P972 EDY Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 22/05/2026
  • 91,209 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
90
/ 100 · Excellent
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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✓ Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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P972 EDY Mileage History

  1. 17/08/202384,832 mi
  2. 31/05/202484,910 mi+78 mi
  3. 14/05/202588,378 mi+3,468 mi
  4. 22/05/202691,209 mi+2,831 mi

Average of roughly 2,308 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

P972 EDY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 30 Aug 2026, 12:32
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Vauxhall Corsa (P972 EDY) between August 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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.

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ADVISORY