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DU51 PXS

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

99,600 mi
Last recorded99,600 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU51 PXS
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2026 99,600 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2025 97,704 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres 2 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 96,167 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 94,417 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 94,417 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 92,833 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2021 90,996 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 89,197 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 86,165 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 83,314 miles
Fail 14 May 2018 83,311 miles

Brake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Brake servo corroded and excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 May 2017 79,733 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 79,664 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 79,467 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 79,049 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 79,049 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 74,999 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Sep 2012 72,611 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

brake discs poor condition

Pass 14 Sep 2011 68,440 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 15 Sep 2010 63,542 miles

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

Fail 14 Sep 2010 63,540 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 57,623 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2008 51,108 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2007 44,431 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 39,020 miles

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

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

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

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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DU51 PXS is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 DU51 PXS, 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 DU51 PXS registered?

DU51 PXS is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is DU51 PXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU51 PXS shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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