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J333 BLU

1996 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

Typical for 1996 Vauxhall Corsa80,668 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ333 BLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2024
Pass 7 Jun 2023 4,437 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021
Pass 19 Mar 2020
Pass 19 Jun 2018

Pre 1992 engine fitted

Pass 31 May 2014 4,401 miles

Braking system modified for race use.

Light scratches in windscreen.

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

pre 1992 engine fitted to vehicle and catalyst not fitted.

Fail 29 May 2014 4,364 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Braking system modified for race use.

Light scratches in windscreen.

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

pre 1992 engine fitted to vehicle and catalyst not fitted.

Pass 2 May 2013 58,391 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 124,928 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 109,039 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 64,228 miles
Fail 13 May 2010 64,198 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 59,881 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 54,330 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2007 54,326 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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J333 BLU is a 1996 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 80,668 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 J333 BLU, 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 30 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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J333 BLU is a 1996 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 June 1996.

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