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BN51 VAV

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

51,989 mi
Last recorded51,989 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN51 VAV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 51,989 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 51,512 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Fail 11 Jun 2021 51,507 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 51,133 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 50,496 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2019 50,493 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 49,626 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2017 48,719 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 47,745 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 46,811 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2014 45,153 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2013 43,986 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 42,716 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)

exhaust backbox outer skin corroded

fuel filter corroded

n/s/r tyre walls cracking

o/s/f anti roll bar dust cover split

o/s/r tyre outer walls cracking

Fail 27 Jun 2012 42,711 miles

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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)

exhaust backbox outer skin corroded

fuel filter corroded

n/s/r tyre walls cracking

o/s/f anti roll bar dust cover split

o/s/r tyre outer walls cracking

Pass 24 Jun 2011 41,172 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 38,797 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Jun 2010 38,797 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2009 33,804 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 28,912 miles

only just passed on handbrake efficiency - on 16% & min is 16%

Fail 8 Jul 2008 28,912 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

only just passed on handbrake efficiency - on 16% & min is 16%

recomend o/s/f tyre soon on 3mm

Pass 17 Aug 2007 22,817 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 22,817 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2006 18,150 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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BN51 VAV is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 BN51 VAV, 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 BN51 VAV registered?

BN51 VAV is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is BN51 VAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN51 VAV shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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