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DY51 CYU

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

88,395 mi
Last recorded88,395 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY51 CYU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2016 88,395 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 88,322 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front brake has a slight bind. A strip down and inspection is advised.

Pass 5 Jan 2015 80,648 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 77,412 miles

HAND BRAKE CABLES RUSTING

NS OUTTER SILL RUSTING, REAR FLEXI BRAKE HOSE FERRULES RUSTING

Fail 17 Dec 2013 77,390 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

HAND BRAKE CABLES RUSTING

NS OUTTER SILL RUSTING, REAR FLEXI BRAKE HOSE FERRULES RUSTING

Pass 20 Dec 2012 73,215 miles

N/S INNER CV BOOT CRACKING AND DAMP.

Pass 9 Jan 2012 69,473 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2012 69,473 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2010 65,274 miles

NS REAR TYRE WORN ON EDGES, FRONT TYRES WORN ON EDGES

Pass 15 Dec 2009 61,873 miles

EXHAUST RUSTING, NS REAR TYRE WORN, OUTTER SILLS STARTING TO RUST, NS INNER CV BOOT SPLIT

Pass 19 Dec 2008 59,158 miles

NS REAR TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN

Pass 17 Dec 2007 56,098 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2007 56,098 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

Pass 3 Jan 2007 45,731 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 37,932 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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DY51 CYU is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DY51 CYU, 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 DY51 CYU registered?

DY51 CYU is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 8 September 2001.

Is DY51 CYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY51 CYU shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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