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DG51 SKX

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

139,041 mi
Last recorded139,041 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG51 SKX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2017 139,041 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear + greased (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 25 Aug 2016 128,098 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 118,289 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

rear box corroded condition

slight splits offside rear tyre

Pass 30 Jul 2014 109,451 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 29 Jul 2014 109,451 miles

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

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 95,422 miles

both rear indicators slighly white

slight damage on off side front wheel rim

Fail 17 Jul 2013 95,422 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

both rear indicators slighly white

slight damage on off side front wheel rim

Pass 27 Jul 2012 90,374 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2011 84,555 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Jul 2011 84,555 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 76,996 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 69,664 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Aug 2008 60,028 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 52,706 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2007 52,706 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 45,694 miles

clutch pedal rubber missing

heavy wear lip on brake discs,(recommend renewal)

Fail 12 Sep 2006 45,694 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

clutch pedal rubber missing

heavy wear lip on brake discs,(recommend renewal)

Pass 22 Aug 2005 38,250 miles

rear number plate signs of deterioration

steering wheel cover requires a more permanent fixing

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 SKX is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SKX, 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 DG51 SKX registered?

DG51 SKX is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 19 September 2001.

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