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DU51 VBY

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2020
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

111,529 mi
Last recorded111,529 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU51 VBY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2019 111,529 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 98,732 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2017 89,248 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 83,141 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 76,200 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2015 76,200 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 71,616 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 65,890 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 61,422 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2012 61,422 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 57,644 miles

both front brake discs heavily worn

Fail 25 Jun 2011 57,644 miles

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

both front brake discs heavily worn

Fail 29 Jun 2010 53,505 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both front discs have wear and are slightly scored,

Pass 29 Jun 2010 53,505 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both front discs have wear and are slightly scored,

Pass 19 Jun 2009 48,880 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 48,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 42,556 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2008 42,556 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2007 36,225 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2006 30,240 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2005 21,027 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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DU51 VBY is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 VBY, 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 DU51 VBY registered?

DU51 VBY is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 14 September 2001.

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