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AO51 VYJ

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

61,567 mi
Last recorded61,567 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 VYJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 61,567 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 56,355 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2024 56,161 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 51,051 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2022 46,560 miles

Both front tyres slightly cracked

Pass 4 Oct 2021 44,110 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 44,107 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Aug 2020 44,089 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2019 44,067 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 44,050 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 43,939 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 43,730 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 43,512 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 43,510 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 43,344 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 43,049 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 42,654 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 42,020 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 39,881 miles

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

front brake discs rusting on inner face

Pass 26 Aug 2009 36,218 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 21 Aug 2008 33,363 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 30,035 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 29,007 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2005 26,752 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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AO51 VYJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AO51 VYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AO51 VYJ registered?

AO51 VYJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 13 September 2001.

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