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EX53 SRU

2003 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

58,421 mi
Last recorded58,421 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa58,963 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 SRU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2018 58,421 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 54,878 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2016 51,544 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 51,544 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 48,246 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2015 48,246 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 44,420 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2014 44,420 miles

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)

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

Fail 28 Jan 2013 33,956 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 28 Jan 2013 33,956 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2012 22,372 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2011 20,578 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 18,452 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 18,452 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 17,052 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 17,052 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 13,202 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2006 775 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 SRU is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 SRU, 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 EX53 SRU registered?

EX53 SRU is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 15 September 2003.

Is EX53 SRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX53 SRU shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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