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EN51 DVA

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests32 (20 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

73,411 mi
Last recorded73,411 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN51 DVA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

20 pass 12 fail
Pass 9 Feb 2026 73,411 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 4 Feb 2026 73,410 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted dented (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2025 70,266 miles

Front Headlamp glasses deteriorating

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

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

Fail 21 Jan 2025 70,261 miles

Central Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended Belt not extending and locked (7.1.2 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp glasses deteriorating

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended not retracting (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended not retracting (7.1.2 (c))

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2024 67,205 miles

o/s/f door handle loose but still works ok

oil leaks

rad weeping coolant

Fail 22 Jan 2024 67,197 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

Emissions unable to be completed engine missfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides fogged up (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Headlamp insecure bracket broken (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

o/s/f door handle loose but still works ok

oil leaks

rad weeping coolant

Pass 30 Jan 2023 64,254 miles

slight play in wishbone bushes

engine oil leaks

o/s/f door check strap broken

slight play in both front top shock mounts

Fail 27 Jan 2023 64,252 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle box split (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both headlights fogged up need polishing (4.1.2 (c))

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

engine light on dash

engine oil leaks

front brake pads very low , discs worn

o/s/f door check strap broken

slight play in both front top shock mounts

slight play in wishbone bushes

Pass 24 Jan 2022 61,390 miles

drivers outer door handle stiff to open ,

oil leak

slight play in both front top shock mounts

Fail 24 Jan 2022 61,389 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

1 x exhaust rubber missing from rear box , baffles loose in rear box

drivers outer door handle stiff to open ,

oil leak

slight play in both front top shock mounts

wipers slightly smearing

Pass 19 Jan 2021 57,145 miles

Nearside Front Outer tyre edge worn low

Nearside Rear tyre walls perishing

Offside Rear tyre walls perishing

Fail 19 Jan 2021 57,145 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended Not retracting (7.1.2 (c))

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired siezed (1.1.17 (a))

Nearside Front Outer tyre edge worn low

Nearside Rear tyre walls perishing

Offside Rear tyre walls perishing

Pass 16 Jan 2020 51,819 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2020 51,819 miles

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 45,729 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

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

Offside Front Outer Door handle sticky

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

Fail 16 Jan 2019 45,729 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake load sensing valve seized and ABS not fitted or inoperative (1.1.17 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Outer Door handle sticky

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

Pass 23 Jan 2018 42,245 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 39,346 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2017 39,346 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre box blowing at front seam (7.1.2)

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jan 2016 35,663 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 32,443 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 32,443 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 29,767 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 29,767 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

offside front and rear tyres are perished and deteriorated

Pass 14 Jan 2013 26,173 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 22,095 miles

anti roll bar link arm dust cover split (nearside)

Pass 17 Feb 2011 21,092 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2010 20,092 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 18,515 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 17,338 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2008 17,338 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 13 Oct 2006 15,452 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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EN51 DVA is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 32 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EN51 DVA, 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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EN51 DVA is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 24 December 2001.

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