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AA08 CGY

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1364cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2023
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,811 mi
Last recorded79,811 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAA08 CGY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,364cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2022 79,811 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2021 76,061 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2020 66,033 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2018 58,096 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 29 Dec 2018 58,096 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 29 Dec 2017 55,987 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment n/s & o/s (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

both rear shock absorber covers insecure

Pass 29 Dec 2016 53,380 miles

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

o/s front & rear tyres close to limit

Pass 31 Dec 2015 49,703 miles

ALL TYRES CLOSE TO LIMIT

BOTH REAR SHOCK COVERS INSECURE

PLAY IN BOTH FRONT TOP SUSPENSION MOUNTINGS

Pass 31 Dec 2014 46,693 miles

Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2013 42,440 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 38,010 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Nov 2012 37,908 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2012 37,908 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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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AA08 CGY is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,364cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2008 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 61,061 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 AA08 CGY, 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 18 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AA08 CGY registered?

AA08 CGY is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 27 May 2008.

Is AA08 CGY safe to buy?

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