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FM51 ASV

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2021
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

104,599 mi
Last recorded104,599 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 ASV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2019 104,599 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 11 Jul 2019 104,599 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak front flexi pipe blowing (8.2.1.1 (b))

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 93,517 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2017 83,562 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 78,951 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 73,888 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2014 70,465 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 66,500 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 64,770 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 58,029 miles

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

O/S/R tyre perished inner and outer walls

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 28 May 2012 58,029 miles

Nearside Front Lower Trailing arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

No oil showing on dipstick no leak noticed upon test

O/S/R tyre perished inner and outer walls

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Track rod end slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

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

Pass 9 Jun 2011 49,795 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 49,795 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

rear tyre treads starting to wear low

Pass 1 Jun 2010 46,063 miles

engine oil very low

handbrake cables feel slightly notchy

knocking from lower steering joint

rear indicators slightly discoloured

rear tyres staring to perish on inner sidewalls

slight movement between steering wheel and top of steering column

Pass 2 Jun 2009 41,265 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 41,265 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2008 36,265 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2008 36,265 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 32,341 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 32,340 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

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

Pass 19 Jun 2007 24,585 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2007 24,585 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Dec 2006 23,772 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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FM51 ASV is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 FM51 ASV, 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 FM51 ASV registered?

FM51 ASV is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is FM51 ASV safe to buy?

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