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BG51 VXM

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,946 mi
Last recorded16,946 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG51 VXM
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 14 Apr 2026 16,946 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2025 12,849 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 9,257 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 6,540 miles

Upper Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 6,533 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 6,528 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 6,462 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 6,308 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 6,110 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2016 5,773 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 5,512 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 5,215 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 15 Nov 2013 4,907 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 4,646 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2011 4,268 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 4,010 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 3,699 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 3,357 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 2,954 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 2,633 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2005 2,105 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 VXM is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VXM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG51 VXM registered?

BG51 VXM is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 13 December 2001.

Is BG51 VXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG51 VXM shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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