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AK02 YVT

2002 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2018
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

108,661 mi
Last recorded108,661 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Vauxhall Corsa62,343 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 YVT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2017 108,661 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2016 98,351 miles

Nearside Front coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear coil spring modified but not seriously weakened (2.4.A.2)

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

n/s/f o/s/r lowering springs fitted

Fail 9 Apr 2016 98,349 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear tyre deteriorated

Pass 13 Apr 2015 93,459 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Apr 2015 93,458 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2014 89,071 miles

Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 83,729 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2013 83,724 miles

Nearside Front 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 Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 14 May 2012 78,667 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 72,263 miles

both rear tyres perished

Pass 8 May 2010 67,844 miles

both rear tyres cracked on side walls

Fail 8 May 2010 67,844 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer torn (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both rear tyres cracked on side walls

Pass 14 May 2009 58,948 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 58,948 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

nearside front tyre 2+mm also bald inner offside fr4ont tyre 2mm also bald inner

Pass 7 May 2008 51,039 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 42,051 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 34,245 miles

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2006 34,245 miles
Pass 20 May 2005 27,836 miles
Fail 20 May 2005 27,836 miles

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

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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AK02 YVT is a 2002 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 2002 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 62,343 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK02 YVT, 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 24 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AK02 YVT is a 2002 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 9 May 2002.

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