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GF51 NWS

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

63,745 mi
Last recorded63,745 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 NWS
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2026 63,745 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

subframe/axle/suspension/brake pipes/ect all have corrosion

Pass 15 Sep 2025 62,946 miles

general corrosion under neath

Pass 26 Sep 2024 61,879 miles

general corrosion

Fail 26 Sep 2024 61,879 miles

Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

general corrosion

Pass 21 Sep 2023 60,728 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 59,551 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all tyres perishing

underside of vehicle corroded

Fail 28 Sep 2022 59,551 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all tyres perishing

underside of vehicle corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2021 58,461 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 58,461 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2020 57,347 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 56,179 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 54,601 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2017 52,614 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2017 52,614 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 50,112 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2015 47,489 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 44,726 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 41,775 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 38,991 miles

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

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 22 Sep 2011 35,551 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/r wheelbearing slighty noise

Fail 22 Sep 2010 32,337 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2010 32,337 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 29,823 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 26,890 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 23,996 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 20,901 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2005 17,988 miles

slight cracking on n/s/r tyre

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 NWS is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 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 GF51 NWS, 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 NWS registered?

GF51 NWS is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is GF51 NWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 NWS shows 27 tests with a 81.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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