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AK56 VML

2006 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

156,043 mi
Last recorded156,043 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Vauxhall Corsa58,513 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK56 VML
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2019 156,043 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Sep 2018 146,831 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2017 139,008 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2017 139,008 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Sep 2016 130,686 miles

both rear tyres becoming perished

Pass 12 Sep 2015 122,756 miles

Offside front tyre cut in tread

Fail 12 Sep 2015 122,756 miles

Brake cable insecure (3.5.1d)

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

Offside front tyre cut in tread

Pass 13 Sep 2014 114,614 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear tyre slightly out of shape

Pass 14 Sep 2013 100,093 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 8 Sep 2012 81,785 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 66,133 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 48,225 miles

front wipers smearing slightly

slight uneven tread wear to offside rear tyre

Pass 8 Sep 2009 30,292 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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AK56 VML is a 2006 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2006 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 58,513 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 AK56 VML, 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 20 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AK56 VML registered?

AK56 VML is a 2006 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 29 September 2006.

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