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AY16 SVJ

2016 Vauxhall Corsa

White Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

185,609 mi
Last recorded185,609 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Corsa40,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY16 SVJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 185,609 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2025 181,650 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front top shock absorber mounts have slight play. (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Jul 2024 178,980 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 173,882 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2022 168,351 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Mar 2022 168,333 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Mar 2021 145,621 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 134,036 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2019 93,644 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Corsa?

Based on 26,893,546 MOT tests across 2,075,660 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
5,229
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,075,660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 835,831
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 597,639
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 535,815
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 493,740
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 422,813
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AY16 SVJ is a 2016 Vauxhall Corsa in White with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 40,392 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Corsa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 835,831 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AY16 SVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Corsa typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 10 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was AY16 SVJ registered?

AY16 SVJ is a 2016 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 16 March 2016.

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