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BJ51 APF

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

105,793 mi
Last recorded105,793 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ51 APF
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2017 105,793 miles

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 13 Feb 2017 105,791 miles

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

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

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 21 Dec 2015 100,095 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2015 100,095 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2014 93,177 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 85,461 miles

Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 78,918 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 71,768 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2011 71,767 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2010 62,513 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 53,751 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2009 53,751 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 12 Dec 2008 44,675 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 4 Jan 2008 35,303 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 27,142 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 19,733 miles

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

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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BJ51 APF is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BJ51 APF, 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 BJ51 APF registered?

BJ51 APF is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 24 October 2001.

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