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2012 Vauxhall Corsa 1.2L Diesel · YR12 ADZ

YR12 ADZ

2012 Vauxhall Corsa (1.2L, diesel). First registered 20/03/2012. Recorded mileage 133,028 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VAUXHALL CORSA
Year / Origin
2012 · Sheffield
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11/06/2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
133,028 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 11/06/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2012
Engine
1248cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile based on the available data, though the MOT history is significantly outdated. The most recent recorded pass occurred on 3 June 2023 at 133,028 miles. Given today's date of 18 July 2026, the car has not undergone a documented roadworthiness test in over three years. This gap creates a high level of uncertainty regarding its current mechanical state. The mileage pattern remains consistent with the age of the vehicle. It covered 6,680 miles between July 2021 and June 2022, and increased by a further 5,364 miles by June 2023. This average of roughly 9,502 miles per year suggests regular use rather than prolonged standing. The absence of recorded defects across the 2021 to 2023 period indicates a vehicle that was well-maintained during its active testing cycle. A buyer must now treat this car as an unknown quantity due to the extended period without an MOT. Priority should be given to checking for structural corrosion, particularly on the sills and chassis, which often develops in older Corsas. The long period of inactivity or undocumented use makes it essential to inspect the brake discs for surface rust or binding calipers and to check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs. Fresh fluids and a full service are recommended to address any degradation caused by the three-year testing gap. You should specifically verify the tyre tread depths and the integrity of the exhaust system, as these consumables typically perish during long intervals between professional inspections.

YR12 ADZ Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 03/06/2023
  • 133,028 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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YR12 ADZ Mileage History

  1. 13/06/2022127,664 mi
  2. 13/06/2022127,664 mi
  3. 03/06/2023133,028 mi+5,364 mi
  4. 03/06/2023133,028 mi

Average of roughly 5,521 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

YR12 ADZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 27 Sept 2026, 03:34
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Vauxhall Corsa (YR12 ADZ) between June 2022 and June 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 03 June 2023 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 (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords TYRE ALSO BALD O”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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