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2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.4L Petrol · YR12 ABU

YR12 ABU

2012 Vauxhall Corsa (1.4L, petrol). First registered 12 Mar 2012. Recorded mileage 112,089 miles. MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
2012 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 26 Mar 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 May 2027)
Recorded Mileage
112,089 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 26 Mar 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 May 2027
Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1389cc
Mechanical Assessment

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This Vauxhall Corsa presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a clean bill of health in its most recent inspection. The vehicle passed its latest MOT on 27 March 2026 at 112,089 miles with no defects recorded. While the record shows failures on 26 March 2026 and 21 March 2025, the immediate passes on the following days suggest these were likely administrative errors or minor issues rectified instantly on site. The mileage accumulation is consistent with the vehicle's fourteen year age. It covered approximately 13,150 miles between the March 2025 test at 98,939 miles and the March 2026 test at 112,089 miles. This represents a slight increase in annual usage compared to the 9,000 miles added between March 2024 and March 2025. There are no erratic mileage jumps or significant gaps in the history to suggest periods of prolonged standing or clocking. The absence of advisories across the last three years is unusual for a vehicle of this age and mileage. Typically, a 2012 Corsa would show wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, or brake discs by this stage. The lack of recorded corrosion or exhaust emissions failures suggests a well-maintained example, but it also means the record provides no clues regarding pending wear-and-tear items. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the underbody and wheel arches for surface rust, as MOT testers vary in their rigor regarding structural corrosion. Check the condition of the tyres and brake pads manually, as these consumables are not flagged in the clean DVSA record. Verify the service history to ensure the engine oil and timing belt have been changed according to the manufacturer's intervals, as the MOT record only confirms basic roadworthiness rather than mechanical longevity.
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YR12 ABU Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2026
  • 112,089 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring steering items (8 mentions)

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YR12 ABU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Sept 2026, 12:37
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Vauxhall Corsa (YR12 ABU) between March 2024 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 27 March 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: Steering (8 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 35 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 Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.

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YR12 ABU Mileage History

  1. 08/03/202490,331 mi
  2. 21/03/202598,939 mi+8,608 mi
  3. 24/03/202598,939 mi
  4. 26/03/2026112,089 mi+13,150 mi
  5. 27/03/2026112,089 mi

Average of roughly 10,615 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
65
/ 100 · Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✓ Valid MOT
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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