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AB51 ALE

2008 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

100,137 mi
Last recorded100,137 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Vauxhall Corsa61,061 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAB51 ALE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2022 100,137 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 95,364 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 88,262 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 83,992 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 80,363 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 75,188 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 70,414 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2016 70,105 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Upper suspension leg mount as play

Pass 23 Apr 2015 66,749 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 59,352 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 59,352 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jan 2013 49,862 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2012 40,695 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 33,360 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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AB51 ALE is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AB51 ALE, 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 AB51 ALE registered?

AB51 ALE is a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 10 March 2008.

Is AB51 ALE safe to buy?

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