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HW51 CPX

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

142,964 mi
Last recorded142,964 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW51 CPX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2017 142,964 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

wiper blades starting to split on ends

Fail 29 Mar 2017 142,964 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Stop lamp not working BOTH REARS (1.2.1b)

wiper blades starting to split on ends

Pass 18 Mar 2016 135,571 miles

Nearside Front driveshaft boot inner splitting

Offside Rear fog lamp damaged

handbrake requires adjustment

osr tyre nail in it

Pass 18 Mar 2015 127,802 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

rear fog light lens cracked

Fail 18 Mar 2015 127,802 miles

rear fog light lens cracked

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Mar 2014 122,340 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Mar 2013 117,140 miles

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

engine oil very loe

Pass 28 Feb 2012 113,138 miles

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

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

Fail 28 Feb 2012 113,138 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 109,058 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 109,052 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

1) tyres 185 55 15

Pass 19 Mar 2010 104,911 miles

play in ns inner steering rack end

Pass 25 Sep 2009 97,038 miles

play in steering rack

Pass 8 Sep 2008 79,066 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 63,778 miles

slight play in steering rack

Fail 26 Sep 2007 63,778 miles

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

nearside inner CV boot leaking

rear number plate broken

slight play in steering rack

Pass 15 Sep 2006 50,382 miles

front fog light tell-tale light inop

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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HW51 CPX is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 HW51 CPX, 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 HW51 CPX registered?

HW51 CPX is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 September 2001.

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