2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · SD11 SWO
2011 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 21 May 2011. Recorded mileage 132,174 miles. MOT valid until 18 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2011 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 132,174 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SD11 SWO Key Findings
- 19 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/07/2026
- 132,174 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SD11 SWO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
19 MOT tests are recorded for this 2011 Vauxhall Corsa (SD11 SWO) between May 2014 and July 2026.
The record contains 13 passes and 6 failures.
The most recent test on 10 July 2026 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: Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). 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: “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.
SD11 SWO Mileage History
- 08/05/201441,568 mi
- 09/05/201441,568 mi
- 29/04/201553,572 mi+12,004 mi
- 04/05/201665,482 mi+11,910 mi
- 01/05/201775,838 mi+10,356 mi
- 02/05/201775,838 mi
- 10/05/201884,053 mi+8,215 mi
- 10/05/201884,053 mi
- 30/04/201992,845 mi+8,792 mi
- 30/04/201992,845 mi
- 04/07/202099,792 mi+6,947 mi
- 13/07/2021106,086 mi+6,294 mi
- 20/07/2022112,706 mi+6,620 mi
- 18/07/2023120,284 mi+7,578 mi
- 05/07/2024124,597 mi+4,313 mi
- 05/07/2024124,597 mi
- 17/07/2025128,835 mi+4,238 mi
- 17/07/2025128,835 mi
- 10/07/2026132,174 mi+3,339 mi
Average of roughly 7,444 miles per year across 19 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: 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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