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AV03 EPE

2003 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,476 mi
Last recorded80,476 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2020
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa58,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV03 EPE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2020 80,476 miles

Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2019 66,452 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2017 66,084 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 65,540 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2017 65,540 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 64,772 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 63,417 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2014 61,858 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2012 59,609 miles

nearside rear tyre has some cracking to sidewalls and tread area

Pass 4 Jan 2012 57,531 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2012 57,531 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 53,685 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 47,425 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2009 47,425 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 18 Dec 2008 42,704 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 37,312 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 30,001 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2006 23,714 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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AV03 EPE is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 58,963 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 AV03 EPE, 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 23 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV03 EPE registered?

AV03 EPE is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 13 March 2003.

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