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FJ51 TGZ

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

32,459 mi
Last recorded32,459 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ51 TGZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2019 32,459 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective mount missing (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Nov 2018 19,103 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2017 19,037 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2016 18,802 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 18,538 miles

back box corroded

Pass 28 Aug 2014 18,180 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2014 18,180 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2013 17,815 miles

all four tyres have very slight cracks

Pass 30 Aug 2012 17,315 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 16,834 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2010 16,234 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2009 15,491 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 2 Sep 2009 15,491 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 14,323 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 28 Aug 2007 13,054 miles

as previously advised

Fail 24 Aug 2007 13,047 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Aug 2006 11,934 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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FJ51 TGZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 FJ51 TGZ, 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.

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What year was FJ51 TGZ registered?

FJ51 TGZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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