2010 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · KW10 BPU
2010 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 28 Jun 2010. Recorded mileage 109,468 miles. MOT valid until 02 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2010 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 02 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 109,468 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KW10 BPU Key Findings
- 18 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/12/2025
- 109,468 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (21 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KW10 BPU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
18 MOT tests are recorded for this 2010 Vauxhall Corsa (KW10 BPU) between July 2013 and December 2025.
The record contains 12 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 03 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (21 issues), Lighting (13 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (6 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 46 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: “Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
KW10 BPU Mileage History
- 16/07/201324,033 mi
- 09/07/201429,781 mi+5,748 mi
- 09/07/201429,781 mi
- 02/06/201536,575 mi+6,794 mi
- 22/05/201750,548 mi+13,973 mi
- 22/05/201750,548 mi
- 18/05/201858,251 mi+7,703 mi
- 18/05/201858,251 mi
- 17/05/201967,914 mi+9,663 mi
- 13/05/202078,067 mi+10,153 mi
- 28/04/202187,899 mi+9,832 mi
- 29/04/202187,899 mi
- 19/11/202191,457 mi+3,558 mi
- 23/11/202191,459 mi+2 mi
- 15/11/202297,467 mi+6,008 mi
- 03/12/2024105,212 mi+7,745 mi
- 03/12/2025109,468 mi+4,256 mi
- 03/12/2025109,468 mi
Average of roughly 6,899 miles per year across 18 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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