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AP16 WAJ

2016 Vauxhall Corsa

Grey Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

58,550 mi
Last recorded58,550 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2016 Vauxhall Corsa40,392 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP16 WAJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 58,550 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2024 51,558 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener ()

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

wiper's work but alot of free play in linkage

Fail 4 Sep 2024 51,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test air freshener ()

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

wiper's work but alot of free play in linkage

Pass 27 Jul 2023 42,067 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2022 33,082 miles

SLIGHT PLAY IN N/S FRONT UPPER STRUCT MOUNTING

Pass 28 Jul 2021 24,687 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2021 24,687 miles

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

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 22,378 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 16,961 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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AP16 WAJ is a 2016 Vauxhall Corsa in Grey with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2016 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 40,392 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 AP16 WAJ, 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 10 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP16 WAJ registered?

AP16 WAJ is a 2016 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 July 2016.

Is AP16 WAJ safe to buy?

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