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EJ51 OAL

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

White Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

46,615 mi
Last recorded46,615 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJ51 OAL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2026 46,615 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jun 2025
Pass 4 Jun 2024 42,603 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 39,738 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 35,333 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 33,037 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 30,140 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 26,449 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 23,539 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2018 23,539 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jun 2017 21,974 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2017 21,974 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2016 20,237 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 17,673 miles
Fail 20 May 2015 17,673 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 15,757 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2013 13,422 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 10,589 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 8,256 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 6,984 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 6,901 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 6,426 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2006 5,583 miles

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 5,583 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2005 4,598 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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EJ51 OAL is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in White with a 1,199cc 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 EJ51 OAL, 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 EJ51 OAL registered?

EJ51 OAL is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is EJ51 OAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJ51 OAL 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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