2000 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Petrol · X413 BJH
2000 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, petrol). First registered 03/11/2000. Recorded mileage 115,690 miles. MOT valid until 05/11/2026. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VAUXHALL CORSA
- Year / Origin
- 2000 · Export Allocation
- MOT Status
- Valid until 05/11/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,690 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2000
- Engine
- 1199cc
X413 BJH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/10/2025
- 115,690 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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.
Verify lender finance agreements, insurance write-offs, police stolen registers, and mileage rollback.
Technical Specifications
Core Specifications
Identification & Status
Dimensions & Weights
Diagnostic & Valuation Intelligence
Estimate current market value
Generate an instant valuation benchmark based on live market listings, vehicle mileage, and recent dealer auction figures.
X413 BJH Mileage History
- 06/11/2023106,462 mi
- 01/11/2024111,661 mi+5,199 mi
- 02/11/2024111,681 mi+20 mi
- 31/10/2025115,690 mi+4,009 mi
- 31/10/2025115,690 mi
Average of roughly 4,651 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
X413 BJH MOT History
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 2000 Vauxhall Corsa (X413 BJH) between November 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 October 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: Lighting (10 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Steering (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ”; “Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution or avoid unless you are a mechanic looking for a low-cost project car. The MOT history reveals persistent structural corrosion and mechanical neglect that suggests the vehicle is nearing its end.
Your primary focus must be a thorough underside inspection. The MOT records explicitly mention corroded inner sills on both sides, which is a structural failure point; if the rust has gone through, the car is not safe. You should also check the steering rack, as 'free play' has been a recurring advisory for several years, indicating a potentially expensive repair.
Ask for a full service history, but given the oil leaks mentioned in the MOT history, look for evidence of consistent oil changes. Ensure all tyres are in good condition, as the recent history shows a trend of using perished or dangerously worn rubber. Negotiate aggressively based on the immediate need for suspension work and potential rust repairs.
As an older 1.2 petrol model, the Corsa is relatively cheap to run, likely falling into a low insurance group and low tax band. Fuel economy is modest given the age and small engine size, making it economical for city driving.
However, maintenance costs may be higher than average due to the vehicle's age. Expect to spend regularly on items like tyres, brakes, and lighting components. Estimated annual running cost including fuel and basic maintenance is around £700-£900.
Inspect the inner sills and wheel arches thoroughly; the MOT history has flagged corrosion in these areas multiple times. Check the front coil springs for rust and the anti-roll bar ball joints, as these have been noted as deteriorated or corroded.
Examine the steering for any play or play, which has been a persistent issue. Additionally, check the CV boots on the front drive shafts for splits; the vehicle has failed on this repeatedly in the past. Finally, look for signs of oil leaks around the engine block, as this has been a recurring advisory.
This 2000 Vauxhall Corsa has covered over 115,000 miles and shows a worrying pattern of recurring issues. While it recently passed its MOT, the advisories highlight significant structural corrosion on the inner sills, alongside ongoing steering and suspension problems. The frequent history of MOT failures for lighting and emissions indicates a vehicle that has been maintained with the minimum required for road legality.
The Corsa generation from this era is generally simple to fix, but they are notorious for structural rust and electrical component failures as they age.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
Data Sources
DVSA
Official MOT test logs & failure reasons
DVLA
Tax, registration & powertrain specs
Experian
Finance, stolen markers & total loss
AI Analysis
Historical fault & advisory patterns
Similar Vehicles
Similar Vehicles Checked Recently
Plate Neighbors
Batch Registration Neighbors (X413 Series)
Vehicles registered in the same regional DVLA batch as X413BJH.
LAND ROVER
RANGE ROVER
NISSAN
MICRA
SAAB
9-5
VOLKSWAGEN
CARAVELLE
BMW
3 SERIES
BMW
530
FIAT
MOTORHOME
PEUGEOT
306
VOLKSWAGEN
TRANSPORTER
SUZUKI
CARRY
MERCEDES-BENZ
E
CHRYSLER-JEEP
GRAND CHEROKEE