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2016 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · PK16 DWM

PK16 DWM

2016 Vauxhall Corsa (1.4L, petrol). First registered 17 Mar 2016. Recorded mileage 58,357 miles. MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026. Taxed until 01 Sept 2026.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
2016 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 31 Jul 2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Sept 2026)
Recorded Mileage
58,357 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 31 Jul 2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Sept 2026
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2016
Engine
1398cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently presents a roadworthiness verdict of "fail" based on the most recent MOT test on 2025-07-30, which indicates that the vehicle is not in safe driving condition. This failure represents a significant deterioration from the previous test on 2024-08-01, where the engine and transmission were passed, suggesting a trend of worsening mechanical integrity rather than improvement. The maintenance history reveals a clear pattern of rapid mileage accumulation, with the tester noting that the vehicle has accumulated approximately 50,000 miles between the 2025 and 2023 tests. This rapid growth suggests that the owner has likely been driving the car frequently or that the vehicle has been stored in a location where it could have been maintained more effectively, leading to accelerated wear on critical components such as the front and rear brakes, suspension, and drivetrain. Given the recurring faults in the MOT record, the buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to identify any structural or mechanical risks. The most immediate hazard is the failed front brake disc, which has pitted or scored and is not seriously weakened, indicating that the braking system is compromised and requires immediate replacement. Additionally, the nearside rear stop lamp is not working, a failure that must be verified to determine if it is a consumable component or a structural issue. While the engine and transmission passed, the progressive nature of the faults suggests that the vehicle is not in safe driving condition and requires urgent professional assessment before it can be legally driven again.

PK16 DWM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2025
  • 58,357 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
53
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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PK16 DWM Mileage History

  1. 27/07/202342,066 mi
  2. 01/08/202451,086 mi+9,020 mi
  3. 01/08/202451,086 mi
  4. 30/07/202558,357 mi+7,271 mi
  5. 30/07/202558,357 mi

Average of roughly 8,103 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

PK16 DWM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Jul 2026, 02:00
MOT Analysis

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 2016 Vauxhall Corsa (PK16 DWM) between July 2023 and July 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 30 July 2025 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: Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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.

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ADVISORY