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AF03 MZW

2003 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2021
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

146,002 mi
Last recorded146,002 miles
Recorded on19 May 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa58,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF03 MZW
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 May 2020 146,002 miles
Fail 19 May 2020 146,002 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 13 May 2019 58,121 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 58,037 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2017 57,935 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2017 57,935 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 31 Mar 2016 56,031 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2016 56,031 miles

Nearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2015 53,004 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear brakes require adjustment

Pass 18 Mar 2014 50,491 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 48,994 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 48,994 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 47,723 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 45,537 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 42,925 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 40,423 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2008 37,897 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 37,897 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2007 34,696 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2007 34,696 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 31,274 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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AF03 MZW is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 58,963 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 AF03 MZW, 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 23 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AF03 MZW registered?

AF03 MZW is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 31 March 2003.

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