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AV51 BXB

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

44,479 mi
Last recorded44,479 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV51 BXB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 44,479 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2017 44,479 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 26 Aug 2016 43,162 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 41,666 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2014 38,942 miles

back box of exhaust corroded and has a slight leak of exhaust gasses

front brake pads low

nsr wheel bearing has slight play

rear tyres cracking on side wall

Fail 20 Aug 2014 38,942 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

back box of exhaust corroded and has a slight leak of exhaust gasses

front brake pads low

nsr wheel bearing has slight play

rear tyres cracking on side wall

Pass 16 Aug 2013 36,795 miles

slight knock in steering rack

Pass 29 Aug 2012 35,713 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 33,941 miles

front brake pads low

Pass 27 Aug 2010 32,194 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 29,907 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 29,907 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 27,208 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2007 23,303 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 19,521 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2005 15,856 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 30 Aug 2005 15,856 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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AV51 BXB is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 AV51 BXB, 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 AV51 BXB registered?

AV51 BXB is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 15 September 2001.

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The MOT history for AV51 BXB shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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