2007 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · NJ57 UKC
2007 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 03 Oct 2007. Recorded mileage 147,010 miles. MOT expired on 12 Oct 2024.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 12 Oct 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 147,010 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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NJ57 UKC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 11/10/2024
- 147,010 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 14 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
NJ57 UKC 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 2007 Vauxhall Corsa (NJ57 UKC) between August 2022 and October 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 11 October 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (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: “Offside Front Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm likely to fail (5.3.3 (b) (ii))”; “Front Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))”.
NJ57 UKC Mileage History
- 30/08/2022136,014 mi
- 09/09/2022136,067 mi+53 mi
- 07/10/2023139,859 mi+3,792 mi
- 14/10/2023139,865 mi+6 mi
- 11/10/2024147,010 mi+7,145 mi
Average of roughly 5,195 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: Poor
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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