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FV51 FKU

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,096 mi
Last recorded79,096 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV51 FKU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2019 79,096 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 76,510 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 68,485 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2016 62,708 miles

Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)

centre silencer corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2015 60,029 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 60,015 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2014 56,469 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 54,200 miles

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

Pass 28 Feb 2012 52,187 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 50,045 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2011 50,029 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Advise: front discs rusty on inner faces

Pass 16 Feb 2010 45,942 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 Feb 2010 45,942 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 19 Feb 2009 42,395 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 38,252 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 22 Feb 2008 38,352 miles

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 36,062 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 33,323 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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FV51 FKU is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 FV51 FKU, 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 FV51 FKU registered?

FV51 FKU is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 December 2001.

Is FV51 FKU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV51 FKU shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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