2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · DG11 YGK
2011 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, diesel). First registered 17 Mar 2011. Recorded mileage 134,572 miles. MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 134,572 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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DG11 YGK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2026
- 134,572 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
DG11 YGK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Vauxhall Corsa (DG11 YGK) between September 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 August 2026 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: Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (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.
Recorded failure items include: “Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
DG11 YGK Mileage History
- 28/09/2023126,621 mi
- 13/08/2024127,883 mi+1,262 mi
- 06/08/2025130,563 mi+2,680 mi
- 06/08/2025130,563 mi
- 04/08/2026134,572 mi+4,009 mi
Average of roughly 2,790 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Vauxhall Corsa D
Our database tracks 4 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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- ABS pump failureSerious
Internal ABS module faults trigger warning lights and are a common MOT failure on Corsa D.
- Timing chain stretch (1.0 / 1.2 petrol)Serious
Small petrol engines can stretch their timing chain if oil changes have been skipped, eventually leading to noisy starts or failure.
- Heater resistor and wiring failureModerate
The blower resistor and connector can overheat or melt, leaving the fan only working on one speed or not at all.
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