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GL53 VGT

2003 Vauxhall Corsavan

White Diesel 1248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2014
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

135,695 mi
Last recorded135,695 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2013
Typical for 2003 Vauxhall Corsavan93,850 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 VGT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsavan
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2013 135,695 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 135,675 miles

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 125,612 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 Oct 2011 116,619 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2010 84,505 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 84,505 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 441,215 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 54,506 miles

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 7 Nov 2008 29,442 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 24,441 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2007 24,441 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

n/s door mirror glass cracked

Pass 20 Nov 2006 13,703 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2006 13,700 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Corsavan?

Based on 243,378 MOT tests across 17,922 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
7,851
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
17,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,644
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 8,202
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,941
Registration plate lamp not working 5,444
coil spring broken 5,316
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GL53 VGT is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsavan in White with a 1,248cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Vauxhall Corsavan models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 93,850 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 Corsavan fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,644 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GL53 VGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Corsavan typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 23 years old, this Vauxhall Corsavan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GL53 VGT registered?

GL53 VGT is a 2003 Vauxhall Corsavan, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is GL53 VGT safe to buy?

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