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FM51 FRK

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2015
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

96,421 mi
Last recorded96,421 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 FRK
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2014 96,421 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2014 96,419 miles

Offside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Pass 6 Dec 2013 91,339 miles

serious engine knock

Fail 6 Dec 2013 91,339 miles

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

serious engine knock

Fail 6 Dec 2012 83,810 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Dec 2012 83,810 miles

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

Pass 30 Nov 2011 75,921 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 75,921 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 9 Dec 2010 670,883 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 58,343 miles

Fuel filter corroded.

NS driveshaft inner boot split.

Fail 10 Dec 2009 58,343 miles

Fuel filter corroded.

NS driveshaft inner boot split.

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

Fail 30 Dec 2008 45,868 miles

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

Pass 30 Dec 2008 45,868 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 34,466 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 26,574 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2005 22,653 miles

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

cv boot tie on o/s/f poor

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 FRK is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 FM51 FRK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FM51 FRK registered?

FM51 FRK is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 27 December 2001.

Is FM51 FRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 FRK shows 16 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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