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2011 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · VU61 MGJ

VU61 MGJ

2011 Vauxhall Corsa (1.4L, petrol). First registered 28 Sept 2011. Recorded mileage 86,228 miles. MOT valid until 06 Feb 2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
2011 · Worcester
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 06 Feb 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
86,228 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
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MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 06 Feb 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2011
Engine
1389cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile, evidenced by a clean pass in its most recent MOT test. The inspection conducted in January 2026 at 86,228 miles resulted in no defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum safety and environmental standards. Following a single failure in early 2024, the vehicle has maintained a consistent record without recurring advisories, suggesting that any previous issues were rectified and that subsequent maintenance has remained consistent. The mileage pattern is notably low for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,750 miles per year. Between February 2023 and January 2026, the car covered 19,170 miles, which represents moderate annual usage. However, the gap between the February 2024 and January 2025 tests shows a period of lower activity or delayed testing interval. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, it often leads to age-related degradation such as dry- rubber components, perished seals, and brake corrosion if the vehicle is not driven regularly. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components susceptible to age and low-mileage neglect. Despite the lack of recorded advisories, the age of the vehicle necessitates a close check for structural corrosion on the sills and wheel arches, where Vauxhall models are historically vulnerable. Inspect the suspension bushes for cracking or tearing, as these rubber elements degrade over time regardless of the distance driven. Given the low mileage, verify the condition of the tyres for sidewall rot and check the brake discs for surface pitting or rust bloom from periods of standing stationary.
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VU61 MGJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 16/01/2026
  • 86,228 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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VU61 MGJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
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 2011 Vauxhall Corsa (VU61 MGJ) between February 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 16 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

PASS
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ADVISORY

VU61 MGJ Mileage History

  1. 25/02/202367,058 mi
  2. 07/02/202472,417 mi+5,359 mi
  3. 07/02/202472,417 mi
  4. 25/01/202580,569 mi+8,152 mi
  5. 16/01/202686,228 mi+5,659 mi

Average of roughly 6,632 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
80
/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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