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AK13 HLU

2013 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jan 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

85,717 mi
Last recorded85,717 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2026
Typical for 2013 Vauxhall Corsa51,322 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK13 HLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2013
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2026 85,717 miles

Coolant leak ()

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 72,085 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both. (offside and nearside). (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both. (offside and nearside). (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2025 72,084 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both. (offside and nearside). (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm. (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both. (offside and nearside). (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 58,648 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 47,969 miles

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

Fail 24 Jan 2023 47,969 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 185/70/14 88T Continental (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1mm. 185/70/14 88T Continental (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm. 185/70/14 88T Continental (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 3mm. 185/70/14 88T Continental (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2022 41,658 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 29,518 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2019 23,788 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 19,523 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 14,870 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 10,743 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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AK13 HLU is a 2013 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2013 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 51,322 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 AK13 HLU, 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 13 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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AK13 HLU is a 2013 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 April 2013.

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