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HG51 FWV

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

76,873 mi
Last recorded76,873 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2023
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 FWV
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2023 76,873 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Nov 2022 63,950 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 1 Nov 2022 63,950 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Nov 2021 51,238 miles

Central Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass loose ()

Fail 2 Nov 2021 51,236 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Central Front Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged glass loose ()

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

Pass 11 Nov 2020 44,968 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Fail 10 Nov 2020 44,965 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2019 36,205 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2018 31,728 miles

front bumper loose but not likely to detach

Pass 1 Nov 2017 28,265 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall deteriorated, advise replacement

Oil leak advise repair ()

Rear tyres deteriorated

Fail 1 Nov 2017 28,265 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Front tyre outer sidewall deteriorated, advise replacement

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Oil leak advise repair ()

Rear tyres deteriorated

Pass 3 Nov 2016 24,884 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 23,233 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 21,802 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 21,800 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

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 Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Oct 2013 20,949 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

nearside rear tyre becoming perished

Fail 15 Oct 2013 20,948 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

nearside rear tyre becoming perished

Pass 22 Oct 2012 20,386 miles

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

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

n/s rear tyre tread is perishing

Pass 8 Nov 2011 19,032 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 8 Nov 2011 19,032 miles

Outer Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2010 15,670 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s rear inner and outer tyrewall to tread perishing!

Fail 25 Oct 2010 15,670 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s rear inner and outer tyrewall to tread perishing!

Pass 15 Oct 2009 11,401 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 11,261 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 11,023 miles

n/s/f tyre outer wall perished and damaged †both rear wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 26 Oct 2006 10,230 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 10,230 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

blue over spray front fog lamps

Pass 28 Oct 2005 9,356 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2005 9,356 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

n/s/rear foglamp damaged

number plate backing on front number plate starting to seperate

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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HG51 FWV is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 HG51 FWV, 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 HG51 FWV registered?

HG51 FWV is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 26 October 2001.

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