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2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · YR12 ABZ

YR12 ABZ

2012 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, diesel). First registered 31/03/2012. Recorded mileage 134,534 miles. MOT valid until 13/04/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2027.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
2012 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 13/04/2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01/08/2027)
Recorded Mileage
134,534 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 13/04/2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/08/2027
Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1248cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The Vauxhall Corsa stands roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend, confirmed by the 17 March 2025 test at 129,946 miles passing with no defects recorded. Earlier examinations reveal consistent compliance. The record shows a failure on 13 March 2024 at 125,216 miles yet lists no defects, followed by a pass on the same date with no defects. This anomaly does not signal worsening mechanical condition but suggests an administrative or undocumented rectification event. Across the five-year span, the vehicle demonstrates a clean roadworthiness profile. Mileage progression matches typical expectations for a 2012 hatchback. The odometer read 113,156 miles at the 3 March 2022 test, rose to 118,237 miles by 28 February 2023, then 125,216 miles by 13 March 2024, reaching 129,946 miles at the final 2025 test. Annual increments of roughly 5,000 to 6,000 miles sit below the age-adjusted average of 9,282 miles per year, indicating lighter use. Testing remained annual with no gaps. The sparse history carries zero advisories on tyres, wipers, suspension, brakes, or emissions, implying prior owners kept basic upkeep current. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of core mechanical and structural elements despite the absence of flagged faults. Inspect suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake discs for age-related fatigue not surfaced in MOT certificates. Probe underneath for corrosion and assess structural integrity around sills and subframes. The unexplained March 2024 failure warrants retrieval of the original refusal notice to rule out transient brake binding or exhaust irregularities. Verify tyre tread depth and wiper condition as consumables nearing fourteen years of service.

YR12 ABZ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 15/04/2026
  • 134,534 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)

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/ 100 · Good
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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YR12 ABZ Mileage History

  1. 13/03/2024125,216 mi
  2. 13/03/2024125,216 mi
  3. 17/03/2025129,946 mi+4,730 mi
  4. 15/04/2026134,534 mi+4,588 mi
  5. 15/04/2026134,534 mi

Average of roughly 4,460 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

YR12 ABZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 14:34
MOT Analysis

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

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 15 April 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: Brakes (8 issues), Suspension (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 19 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.

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