2013 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · DL13 ULH
2013 Vauxhall Corsa (1.4L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2013. Recorded mileage 88,478 miles. MOT valid until 24 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2013 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,478 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DL13 ULH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/11/2025
- 88,478 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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DL13 ULH Mileage History
- 14/11/202284,304 mi
- 07/11/202386,046 mi+1,742 mi
- 09/11/202386,046 mi
- 30/10/202487,471 mi+1,425 mi
- 13/11/202588,478 mi+1,007 mi
Average of roughly 1,392 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
DL13 ULH MOT History
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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2013 Vauxhall Corsa (DL13 ULH) between November 2022 and November 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 13 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 (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Offside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”.
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Our Verdict
This 2013 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4 petrol is a
Given the rising number of advisories on recent MOTs — particularly around tyres and suspension components — it would be wise to inspect the vehicle on a lift or at a garage before committing. The offside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover flagged in 2025 is a known Corsa weak point and aligns with the model's top MOT failure reasons (headlamp, coil spring, ball joint). Negotiate the asking price to account for replacement tyres (all four corners if matched) and a front suspension refresh, as these items tend to deteriorate together on higher-mileage Corsas.
When viewing, ask to see any service history and receipts — the MOT record alone does not confirm whether routine servicing such as cambelt or coolant changes has been carried out. The 1.4 petrol engine is generally robust but does benefit from regular oil and filter changes; the November 2025 advisory noted an oil leak, which is worth investigating for its source (sump gasket, valve cover, or oil filter housing are common on this engine). A compression test or起码 an under-bonnet oil-residue inspection is sensible. Also verify that the previous tyre failure in November 2023 has been properly addressed and that the spare or replacement was of the correct size and load rating.
The 1.4-litre petrol Corsa is one of the more economical small cars of its era, with real-world fuel economy typically in the mid-40s mpg and around 50 mpg on a motorway run. Road tax sits in a low band for pre-2017 cars of this engine capacity, usually £35-£165 per year depending on exact CO2 figure. Insurance is affordable, typically falling into groups 6-9 for the 1.4 petrol, keeping premiums modest for most drivers.
Maintenance costs are low in absolute terms — routine servicing including an oil change, air filter, and plug replacement typically runs £150-£250 at an independent garage. However, at 88,478 miles, items like the clutch, brake discs, and suspension bushes are approaching replacement territory. Budget £400-£600 annually for routine maintenance plus consumables, with the potential for larger one-off costs if the clutch or exhaust needs attention. Estimated annual running cost: £1,200-£1,500 including fuel, tax, insurance, and maintenance.
The November 2025 advisory for an offside front lower anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover is directly aligned with one of the top three Corsa MOT failure reasons — ball joint issues — so the front suspension should be a priority inspection point. Have the ball joint itself checked for play, and inspect the drop links, anti-roll bar bushes, and track rod ends, as these typically wear in tandem on this model. A knock or clunk over speed bumps would confirm excessive wear.
The oil leak advisory deserves visual investigation. Check the underside of the engine for wet residue around the sump, rocker cover gasket, and oil filter housing — the latter is a known 1.4 petrol issue and relatively cheap to fix. The 2023 tyre failure and recurring tyre-wear advisories in 2022 and 2025 suggest the car may have tracking or geometry issues; a four-wheel alignment check is worth budgeting for. Finally, inspect all four tyres for even wear — inner-edge wear on the fronts can indicate worn suspension components rather than just ageing rubber.
Recorded across five MOT tests between November 2022 and November 2025, this silver 1.4-litre petrol Corsa has accumulated 88,478 miles, representing an average annual mileage of roughly 7,200 — modestly above the 5,753-mile Corsa average. It passed four of its five tests with only one failure, a tyre tread issue in November 2023. The most recent test in November 2025 passed but flagged tyre wear, an oil leak, and a deteriorated anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover. There are no major mechanical failures on record, though the advisory count is climbing as the car ages.
Across 972,915 analysed Vauxhall Corsa vehicles, the model achieves a 76.2% MOT pass rate — middling for the small-car class. The most common failure points are headlamps, coil springs, and ball joints, all of which are relevant to a 13-year-old 1.4 petrol example approaching the end of its first decade on the road.
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