2001 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · X538 BAA
2001 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 26 Jan 2001. Recorded mileage 42,691 miles. MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Export Allocation
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Dec 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 42,691 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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X538 BAA Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2025
- 42,691 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
X538 BAA MOT History
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 2001 Vauxhall Corsa (X538 BAA) between January 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (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.
X538 BAA Mileage History
- 12/01/202240,840 mi
- 12/01/202240,840 mi
- 09/01/202341,806 mi+966 mi
- 27/11/202542,691 mi+885 mi
Average of roughly 478 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Corsa C
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
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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- Electric power steering column failureSerious
Column-mounted EPS units can lose assistance intermittently or permanently, leaving the steering suddenly heavy and the warning light on.
- Easytronic clutch actuator and gearbox faultsSerious
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