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DG51 SJY

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

40,656 mi
Last recorded40,656 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 SJY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 40,656 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both nearside doors damaged

Pass 18 Jun 2025 40,518 miles

both rear tyres cracked in tread

Pass 19 Apr 2024 40,386 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2024 40,386 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 40,201 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2023 40,199 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 38,733 miles

exhaust corroded

play in front top shock mounts

spanner light on dash

Pass 22 Apr 2021 35,355 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2021 35,355 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Feb 2020 35,303 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened faces blue (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front top mounts have play

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

general corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 14 Feb 2019 35,010 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 34,668 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2017 34,471 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 34,092 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 33,022 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Feb 2014 32,284 miles

Centre exhaust blow

Front brake discs discoloured

Fail 17 Feb 2014 32,284 miles

Front brake discs discoloured

Centre exhaust blow

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 31,310 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 29,933 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 28,036 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2011 28,036 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2010 26,130 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2010 26,130 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Feb 2009 25,751 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2008 24,665 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 17 Jul 2008 24,665 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 21,743 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2006 16,784 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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DG51 SJY is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 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 DG51 SJY, 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 DG51 SJY registered?

DG51 SJY is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is DG51 SJY safe to buy?

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