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FA03 KSN

2003 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Diesel 1686cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2023
Tests25 (15 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

69,656 mi
Last recorded69,656 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2022
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Corsa58,963 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 KSN
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,686cc

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MOT History

15 pass 10 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2022 69,656 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

clutch pedal rubber missing

Fail 4 Aug 2022 69,652 miles

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

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

clutch pedal rubber missing

Pass 22 Oct 2020 65,862 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

clutch pedal rubber missing

Fail 22 Oct 2020 65,858 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

clutch pedal rubber missing

rear exhaust section slightly deteriorated

Pass 23 Oct 2019 63,214 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust section slightly deteriorated

Fail 22 Oct 2019 63,214 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust section slightly deteriorated

Pass 11 Oct 2018 59,989 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

rear exhaust section slightly corroded

Fail 11 Oct 2018 59,989 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

rear exhaust section slightly corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2017 57,798 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 57,798 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 2 Sep 2016 55,661 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 53,262 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2015 53,262 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 7 Aug 2014 51,601 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 50,183 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 50,183 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 48,956 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 48,954 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jan 2011 45,714 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 45,714 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 2 Nov 2009 41,406 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2008 35,974 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2008 35,974 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 27,618 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 21,667 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 KSN is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,686cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KSN, 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 KSN is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 July 2003.

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