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FA03 BCX

2003 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1796cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,292 mi
Last recorded98,292 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa58,963 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 BCX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,796cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 98,292 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 98,292 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play rack (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 195/45/16 (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 12 May 2014 91,022 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

play in offside steering arm

Fail 12 May 2014 91,022 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

play in offside steering arm

Pass 20 May 2013 86,446 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 May 2013 86,445 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 79,663 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 79,663 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 71,027 miles

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

all brake pipes greased passed as inspected

Pass 21 Aug 2010 64,659 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 49,792 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 42,002 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 36,314 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 30,483 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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FA03 BCX is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,796cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 FA03 BCX, 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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FA03 BCX is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 11 July 2003.

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