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FY51 OVL

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

102,414 mi
Last recorded102,414 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY51 OVL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2020 102,414 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 94,301 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2019 94,301 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 90,259 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 79,223 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2017 79,223 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Dec 2016 77,208 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 74,712 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 74,712 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2014 72,369 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 72,369 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 70,331 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 67,828 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 62,616 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2010 56,708 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2009 51,374 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 46,513 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2008 46,513 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 40,812 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 34,907 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2005 29,756 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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FY51 OVL is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FY51 OVL, 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 FY51 OVL registered?

FY51 OVL is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is FY51 OVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY51 OVL shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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