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EU51 FVG

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2024
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

167,436 mi
Last recorded167,436 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU51 FVG
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2023 167,436 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Fail 8 Nov 2023 167,436 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2022 166,684 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 166,684 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 166,047 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2020 165,520 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 165,520 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Oct 2019 165,279 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2019 165,279 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2018 164,470 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 163,697 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Oct 2016 162,609 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 Oct 2016 162,609 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 160,995 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2015 160,983 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 159,971 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 159,516 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 149,451 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 147,031 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 37,806 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2010 136,591 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2009 123,312 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2008 110,061 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 25 Aug 2007 96,576 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 82,583 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both rear tyers starting to perrish in the tread

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
Full Vauxhall Corsa reliability report

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EU51 FVG is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 EU51 FVG, 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 EU51 FVG registered?

EU51 FVG is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is EU51 FVG safe to buy?

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