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EP03 LYU

2003 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

48,214 mi
Last recorded48,214 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa58,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP03 LYU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2023 48,214 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 9 Oct 2023 48,205 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 48,014 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2021 47,623 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 47,467 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 46,553 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2018 43,622 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 40,868 miles

sill covers fitted

Pass 9 Jul 2016 39,844 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2015 38,962 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 36,455 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2014 36,455 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 34,994 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 32,790 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 26,326 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 24,597 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 22,931 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 20,423 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 16,838 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2007 16,838 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Aug 2006 12,668 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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EP03 LYU is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 58,963 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 EP03 LYU, 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 23 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 EP03 LYU registered?

EP03 LYU is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 7 August 2003.

Is EP03 LYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EP03 LYU shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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