2010 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · EN10 BDO
2010 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 28 Jul 2010. Recorded mileage 99,570 miles. MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 99,570 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
Thinking of buying this vehicle? Free MOT and tax checks do not cover legal ownership. If outstanding finance exists, finance companies have legal right to repossess without compensation.
EN10 BDO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 25/08/2026
- 99,570 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EN10 BDO 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 2010 Vauxhall Corsa (EN10 BDO) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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 Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.
EN10 BDO Mileage History
- 08/08/202482,019 mi
- 08/08/202590,280 mi+8,261 mi
- 08/08/202590,280 mi
- 22/08/202699,454 mi+9,174 mi
- 25/08/202699,570 mi+116 mi
Average of roughly 8,578 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: Below Average
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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