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DN51 XJM

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2014
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

99,628 mi
Last recorded99,628 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN51 XJM
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2013 99,628 miles

Engine Oil Level Low

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly worn from the inner side wall

Offside Front Tyre Slightly Worn on the inner and outer wall

Fail 1 Mar 2013 99,621 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine Oil Level Low

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly worn from the inner side wall

Offside Front Tyre Slightly Worn on the inner and outer wall

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 92,184 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 29 Feb 2012 92,165 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 85,536 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/s front tyre wear visible on edges.

O/s rear tyre slightly out of shape & wear visible on edges.

Fail 1 Mar 2011 85,536 miles

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

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

Offside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nail in offside rear tyre

O/s front tyre wear visible on edges.

O/s rear tyre slightly out of shape & wear visible on edges.

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2010 78,844 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2009 72,682 miles

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

engine management light on dash

Fail 12 Jan 2009 72,682 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Fail 26 Sep 2007 54,919 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

o/s rear coil spring possible small coil broken

Pass 26 Sep 2007 54,919 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s rear coil spring possible small coil broken

Pass 12 Aug 2006 49,238 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2006 49,238 miles

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

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

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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DN51 XJM is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DN51 XJM, 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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DN51 XJM is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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