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2015 VAUXHALL CORSA1.4L PETROL

SJ53 ACS

2015 VAUXHALL CORSA — PETROL, 1398cc. This vehicle has 45,109 miles on record. MOT status: valid. Tax: paid. Review the complete history and specs.

MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 20/10/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/10/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2015
Engine
1398cc
Mechanical Assessment
The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on 22 October 2025 at 45,109 miles. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, though the record reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. In both December 2024 and October 2025, the car failed the initial test but passed within days at the same mileage. This suggests the previous owner is reactive, addressing specific defects only when prompted by the MOT tester rather than performing preventative mechanical servicing. The mileage profile is notably low for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap of 4,000 miles between January 2024 and December 2024, with another 2,000 miles covered in the ten months leading into 2025. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods of stationary use can lead to the degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion on brake discs. The lack of advisories across all tests indicates that the vehicle has avoided significant structural deterioration. A buyer should physically inspect the vehicle for signs of age-related decay that low mileage does not prevent. Focus on the condition of the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, which crack and perish over time regardless of distance driven. Because the history shows recurring failures followed by immediate fixes, verify that items like bulbs, wipers, or minor components that might have triggered those failures have been properly maintained. Check the brake lines for surface corrosion and ensure the low-usage pattern has not caused any caliper seizing.
MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
78
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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Live data last synced with DVSA: 22 Jun 2026, 18:09
Mechanic's Historical Review
The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, having passed its most recent inspection on 22 October 2025 at 45,109 miles. The overall maintenance trend appears stable, though the record reveals a pattern of immediate failures followed by successful passes. In both December 2024 and October 2025, the car failed the initial test but passed within days at the same mileage. This suggests the previous owner is reactive, addressing specific defects only when prompted by the MOT tester rather than performing preventative mechanical servicing. The mileage profile is notably low for an 11-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,100 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap of 4,000 miles between January 2024 and December 2024, with another 2,000 miles covered in the ten months leading into 2025. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, long periods of stationary use can lead to the degradation of rubber components and surface corrosion on brake discs. The lack of advisories across all tests indicates that the vehicle has avoided significant structural deterioration. A buyer should physically inspect the vehicle for signs of age-related decay that low mileage does not prevent. Focus on the condition of the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, which crack and perish over time regardless of distance driven. Because the history shows recurring failures followed by immediate fixes, verify that items like bulbs, wipers, or minor components that might have triggered those failures have been properly maintained. Check the brake lines for surface corrosion and ensure the low-usage pattern has not caused any caliper seizing.
MOT Test History Overview

Registered in 2015, this Vauxhall Corsa with plate SJ53 ACS has undergone 5 MOT inspections since January 2024.

Across its entire MOT history, this Vauxhall has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). A decent overall history, though the failure record warrants a closer look for any patterns.

The most commonly flagged areas across all MOT tests are: Tyres (8 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). These areas are worth paying attention to when inspecting this vehicle.

There are 8 advisory notices in the MOT history. Advisories are not failures but indicate areas that may need attention in the future.

A total of 3 failure items have been recorded across all tests. Recent failure items include: “Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingres”; “Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingre”.

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