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GF51 APX

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2018
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

48,998 mi
Last recorded48,998 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 APX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2017 48,998 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tracking required if has not recently been done.

Fail 8 Jul 2017 48,998 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed WORN TO CORD ON OUTER TREAD. (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Tracking required if has not recently been done.

Pass 11 Jul 2016 47,133 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 2 NAILS. ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Jul 2016 47,132 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid NOT WORKING. (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre 2 NAILS. ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jul 2015 45,585 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside rear tyre sidewall deteriorated

Fail 13 Jul 2015 45,585 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside rear tyre sidewall deteriorated

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

Fail 11 Jul 2014 43,983 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 43,983 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 42,338 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 31 Jul 2013 42,338 miles

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Jul 2012 40,549 miles

Nearside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

Pass 13 Jul 2011 38,095 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 38,095 miles

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

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 35,829 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 33,491 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 33,491 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 309,269 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 26,478 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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GF51 APX is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 GF51 APX, 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 GF51 APX registered?

GF51 APX is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is GF51 APX safe to buy?

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