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EK05 EFW

2005 Vauxhall Corsavan

White Diesel 1296cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Vauxhall Corsavan86,373 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK05 EFW
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsavan
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,296cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Feb 2025

Front Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking within tread pattern at 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre nail in inner side wall ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Feb 2024 103,803 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Jan 2023 100,742 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Feb 2022 98,354 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2022 98,354 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Feb 2021 95,481 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 95,481 miles

Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Feb 2020 92,174 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 88,543 miles

Nearside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2018 84,254 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 84,254 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2016 79,564 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 78,141 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2014 77,587 miles

Front side repeaters insecure both sides

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)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 74,967 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 74,967 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 71,223 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 71,223 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 64,948 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 55,103 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 43,194 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 38,754 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 31,255 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Corsavan?

Based on 243,378 MOT tests across 17,922 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
7,851
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
17,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,644
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,202
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,941
Registration plate lamp not working 5,444
coil spring broken 5,316
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EK05 EFW is a 2005 Vauxhall Corsavan in White with a 1,296cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2005 Vauxhall Corsavan models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 86,373 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Corsavan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,644 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK05 EFW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Corsavan typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Vauxhall Corsavan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EK05 EFW registered?

EK05 EFW is a 2005 Vauxhall Corsavan, first registered on 17 March 2005.

Is EK05 EFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK05 EFW shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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