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AK51 URJ

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

94,889 mi
Last recorded94,889 miles
Recorded on5 May 2016
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 URJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2016 94,889 miles

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

cannot see front pads clearly for inspection

temp type fuel cap fitted

Fail 5 May 2016 94,885 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure misshapen has a flat spot (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

cannot see front pads clearly for inspection

temp type fuel cap fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2015 90,735 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 14 Feb 2015 90,722 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 80,797 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2013 74,501 miles

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

Fail 14 Jan 2013 74,501 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Jan 2012 69,000 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 69,000 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2011 65,324 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 61,530 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2009 49,289 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 35,259 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2007 30,711 miles

both rear tyres cracked

exhaust back box corroding and starting to blow

front discs corroded

Pass 14 Nov 2006 30,683 miles

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

recommend grease brake pipes

Pass 19 Nov 2005 27,205 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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AK51 URJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2001 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 64,922 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 AK51 URJ, 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 25 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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AK51 URJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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