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AR51 OCB

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

102,746 mi
Last recorded102,746 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2016
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR51 OCB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2016 102,746 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 95,999 miles

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

all rear brake hose ferrules corroded

both rear tyres over 10 yrs old in age , 155/80x13

rear exhaust silencer corroded & slightly blowing

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Oct 2015 95,999 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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

all rear brake hose ferrules corroded

both rear tyres over 10 yrs old in age , 155/80x13

rear exhaust silencer corroded & slightly blowing

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Sep 2015 95,787 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage bumper cover cracked/split (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

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

all rear brake hose ferrules corroded

both rear tyres over 10 yrs old in age , 155/80x13

rear exhaust silencer corroded & slightly blowing

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 86,959 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Fail 15 Oct 2014 86,947 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 80,603 miles

Rear silencer corroded but no leaks

Pass 28 Aug 2012 79,670 miles

ADVISE OFF SIDE REAR TYRE STARTING TO CRACK-UP ON THE OUTSIDE WALL

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 78,545 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 78,545 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Sep 2010 76,963 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Sep 2010 76,963 miles

Offside Front Lower Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Sep 2009 75,306 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 73,541 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 73,541 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

advise front wiper blade starting to split

Pass 21 Aug 2007 71,262 miles

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 68,622 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Fail 29 Aug 2006 68,622 miles

Offside Front Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Rear Rear wheel bearing (2.6.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 66,658 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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AR51 OCB is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 AR51 OCB, 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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What year was AR51 OCB registered?

AR51 OCB is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 1 July 2001.

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