CarVerify

Free Car Check

AV53 CSZ

2003 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 973cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

93,944 mi
Last recorded93,944 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa58,963 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Vauxhall
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV53 CSZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2017 93,944 miles

Nearside Front suspension noisy

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

play at steering wheel

play in offside of steering rack

Fail 24 Aug 2017 93,944 miles

Driver's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front suspension noisy

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

play at steering wheel

play in offside of steering rack

Pass 25 Aug 2016 90,154 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 86,751 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 86,729 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 83,352 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn smooth on the inner edge(185/55r15)

Pass 23 Sep 2013 80,443 miles

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 20 Sep 2013 80,441 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

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

Offside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 13 Aug 2012 73,596 miles

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

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

n/s inner driveshaft split

Pass 19 Aug 2011 60,039 miles

HANDBRAKE CABLE GUIDES MILDLY RESTRICTING MOVEMENT OF CABLES - RECOMMEND SERVICE

NSF INNER CV GAITOR SPLIT - RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT

RATTLE FROM ENGINE - SUSPECT TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER

Fail 19 Aug 2011 60,039 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

HANDBRAKE CABLE GUIDES MILDLY RESTRICTING MOVEMENT OF CABLES - RECOMMEND SERVICE

NSF INNER CV GAITOR SPLIT - RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT

RATTLE FROM ENGINE - SUSPECT TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER

Pass 20 Aug 2010 45,644 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 38,850 miles

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

rear tyres starting to perish

Fail 14 Aug 2009 38,847 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

rear tyres starting to perish

Pass 20 Aug 2008 31,672 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 24,233 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2007 24,233 miles

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

Fail 1 Sep 2006 16,978 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Sep 2006 16,978 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
Full Vauxhall Corsa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

AV53 CSZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 AV53 CSZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AV53 CSZ?

You can check the full history of AV53 CSZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was AV53 CSZ registered?

AV53 CSZ is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is AV53 CSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV53 CSZ shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AV53 CSZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on AV53 CSZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.