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A18 HVB

1997 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,634 mi
Last recorded78,634 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2014
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Corsa75,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 HVB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2014 78,634 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 78,404 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Jul 2013 78,404 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Jul 2012 77,886 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Jul 2011 77,173 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Jul 2011 77,173 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jul 2010 76,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 76,439 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 75,754 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 74,508 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2008 74,508 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jul 2007 73,230 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2007 73,230 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jul 2006 69,716 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2005 63,707 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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A18 HVB is a 1997 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 75,895 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 A18 HVB, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A18 HVB registered?

A18 HVB is a 1997 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 7 August 1997.

Is A18 HVB safe to buy?

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