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EX53 LYV

2003 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

63,311 mi
Last recorded63,311 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa58,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 LYV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2017 63,311 miles

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both sides front tyres worn/wearing on inner shoulders

front flexible exhaust deteriorated but not leaking at the time of test

Fail 7 Jul 2017 63,311 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

both sides front tyres worn/wearing on inner shoulders

front flexible exhaust deteriorated but not leaking at the time of test

Pass 5 Jul 2016 60,907 miles

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened both sides rear (3.5.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both sides rear tyres cracking

front flexible exhaust deteriorated

Fail 5 Jul 2016 60,907 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened both sides rear (3.5.1b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both sides rear tyres cracking

front flexible exhaust deteriorated

Pass 22 Jun 2015 56,354 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both sides rear tyres cracking in tread

front exhaust flexible section deteriorated

Fail 22 Jun 2015 56,354 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

both sides front brake discs lipped

both sides rear tyres cracking in tread

front exhaust flexible section deteriorated

Pass 16 Jul 2014 51,622 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2013 49,703 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 26,719 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2011 43,531 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 39,753 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 34,871 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 34,871 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 31,278 miles

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 18 Sep 2007 27,187 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 21,401 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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EX53 LYV is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 EX53 LYV, 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.

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EX53 LYV is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 24 October 2003.

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