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EP04 VBD

2004 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Diesel 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,178 mi
Last recorded85,178 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2015
Typical for 2004 Vauxhall Corsa58,393 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEP04 VBD
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2015 85,178 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 77,030 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Dec 2012 70,736 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2011 61,561 miles

front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 16 Jul 2010 55,355 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 46,398 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 42,465 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2008 42,465 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 33,475 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 33,470 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Suspension arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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EP04 VBD is a 2004 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,229cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 58,393 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 EP04 VBD, 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 22 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 EP04 VBD registered?

EP04 VBD is a 2004 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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The MOT history for EP04 VBD shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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