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GY51 JYT

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,079 mi
Last recorded115,079 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY51 JYT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 18 Aug 2014 115,079 miles

Brake has no servo assistance (3.3.B.2)

Brake servo corroded and excessively weakened (3.6.A.2b)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Coolant level low

Engine Management Light on

Front headlight lenses starting to deteriorate

Front number plate starting to de-laminate

Fuel filter corroded

Nearside rear tyre perished

Rear shcok absorbers corroded

Slight play in both rear wheel bearings

Unable to check rear passengers seats at time of test

Pass 2 Aug 2013 111,838 miles

Minor exhaust blow

Slight oil leak

Slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

Fail 2 Aug 2013 111,838 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Minor exhaust blow

Slight oil leak

Slight play in offside rear wheel bearing

Pass 17 Aug 2012 106,319 miles

Both front tyres worn on outer edge.

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

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

Rear exhaust is in a rusty condition.

Small noise from nearside rear wheel bearing.

Fail 17 Aug 2012 106,319 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Both front tyres worn on outer edge.

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

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

Rear exhaust is in a rusty condition.

Small noise from nearside rear wheel bearing.

Pass 8 Aug 2011 96,917 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 84,552 miles

Front brake disc's in poor condition.

Front brake pads low.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear tyres on legal limit.

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

boot does not open but was able to test rear seat belt mounts.

rear brake hose ferreules corrded.

rear brake pipes have surface rust.

Pass 11 Aug 2009 83,803 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 78,047 miles

engine oil leak .oil pressure switch.

exhaust corroding heavily.

Pass 31 Jul 2007 67,226 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2007 67,226 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

1/ engine has severe oil leak . oil pressure switch

Pass 1 Aug 2006 58,001 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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GY51 JYT is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GY51 JYT, 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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GY51 JYT is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 21 September 2001.

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