2007 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · ST57 GMF
2007 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, diesel). First registered 27 Oct 2007. Recorded mileage 146,957 miles. MOT expired on 30 Nov 2024.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2007 · Dundee
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Nov 2024
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 146,957 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ST57 GMF Key Findings
- 17 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/12/2023
- 146,957 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ST57 GMF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
17 MOT tests are recorded for this 2007 Vauxhall Corsa (ST57 GMF) between October 2010 and December 2023.
The record contains 12 passes and 5 failures.
The most recent test on 01 December 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (15 issues), Lighting (11 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”; “Central Brake cable knotted (1.1.15 (a))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the in”.
ST57 GMF Mileage History
- 15/10/201069,716 mi
- 21/10/201183,751 mi+14,035 mi
- 15/11/201292,249 mi+8,498 mi
- 13/11/2013105,474 mi+13,225 mi
- 08/11/2014118,084 mi+12,610 mi
- 28/10/2015128,838 mi+10,754 mi
- 29/10/2015128,838 mi
- 13/12/2017133,002 mi+4,164 mi
- 13/12/2017133,002 mi
- 30/11/2019134,504 mi+1,502 mi
- 30/11/2019134,504 mi
- 28/11/2020136,260 mi+1,756 mi
- 29/11/2021141,145 mi+4,885 mi
- 29/11/2021141,151 mi+6 mi
- 22/11/2022145,822 mi+4,671 mi
- 22/11/2022145,822 mi
- 01/12/2023146,957 mi+1,135 mi
Average of roughly 5,884 miles per year across 17 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: Below 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
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- 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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