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BG51 VUR

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2009
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,796 mi
Last recorded121,796 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2008
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 VUR
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2008 121,796 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 112,944 miles

offside rear tyre slightly cracking nearside rewar tyre slightly cracking damage to alloy rims

rear number plate cracked and slightly disfigured rear indicators faded slight engine oil leak wear in gear seletor linkage front brake pads half worn outer sills covered in plastic trim both shocker top bearings slightly noisey

Fail 7 Dec 2007 112,944 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

offside rear tyre slightly cracking nearside rewar tyre slightly cracking damage to alloy rims

rear number plate cracked and slightly disfigured rear indicators faded slight engine oil leak wear in gear seletor linkage front brake pads half worn outer sills covered in plastic trim both shocker top bearings slightly noisey

Pass 8 Dec 2006 104,604 miles

ref previous advisorys 230632946324

Fail 8 Dec 2006 104,604 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear indicators fading †deep cut in n/s/r tyre side wall not deep enough to reach cords †damage to alloy rims †number plate cracked †slight smear from wipers

Pass 16 Dec 2005 97,392 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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BG51 VUR is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 BG51 VUR, 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 BG51 VUR registered?

BG51 VUR is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 21 November 2001.

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