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2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · SL12 ADO

SL12 ADO

2012 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 13/03/2012. Recorded mileage 138,289 miles. MOT valid until 21/05/2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
2012 · Edinburgh
MOT Status
Valid until 21/05/2027
Road Tax
Recorded Mileage
138,289 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 21/05/2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1229cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following its 2025-05-12 MOT at 133,114 miles, with no defects recorded. However, the MOT history reveals inconsistent testing, including a failed test on the same day as a subsequent pass at 133,111 and 133,114 miles. This suggests potential administrative errors or repeated testing without identified issues. The prior 2024-05-14 and 2023-05-23 tests also passed with no defects, indicating a stable maintenance trend over the past three years. No structural, braking, or suspension issues were flagged in the recorded tests. The vehicle’s mileage of 133,114 miles over 14 years equates to approximately 9,508 miles annually, aligning with typical usage for its age. The MOT records show regular testing intervals, though the 2023-05-19 failure at 119,330 miles and subsequent pass three days later at 119,333 miles raise questions about test consistency. No significant gaps in mileage or rapid accumulation are evident, and the absence of defects in most tests suggests the car has been maintained to a basic standard. A buyer should inspect the suspension components, particularly bushes and coil springs, given the vehicle’s age and mileage. While no corrosion or structural issues were noted in the MOT records, a thorough check of the exhaust system and brake discs is advisable. The lack of recorded defects does not preclude hidden wear, so a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic is recommended to confirm the condition of critical systems.

SL12 ADO Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/05/2026
  • 138,289 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
70
/ 100 · Average
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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.

✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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SL12 ADO Mileage History

  1. 14/05/2024126,440 mi
  2. 12/05/2025133,111 mi+6,671 mi
  3. 12/05/2025133,114 mi+3 mi
  4. 05/05/2026138,259 mi+5,145 mi
  5. 06/05/2026138,289 mi+30 mi

Average of roughly 5,995 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

SL12 ADO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 03:44
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 2012 Vauxhall Corsa (SL12 ADO) between May 2024 and May 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 06 May 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: Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 21 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 Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed perished to excess (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”.

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