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J978 GST

1992 Opel Corsa

Red Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

43,405 mi
Last recorded43,405 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2016
Typical for 1992 Opel Corsa56,059 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ978 GST
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2016 43,405 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jul 2016 43,388 miles

Emissions not tested due to rear silencer missing (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported due to rear silencer missing (7.1.1)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cill (2.4.A.3)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Oil leak at sump

Pass 12 Dec 2014 40,748 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Fail 10 Dec 2014 40,699 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 31 Dec 2013 31,567 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2010 31,318 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 30,137 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 29,855 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 28,555 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 27 Jun 2006 27,590 miles

How Reliable is the Opel Corsa?

Based on 19,398 MOT tests across 2,002 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
4,931
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,002
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 912
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 617
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 538
position lamp(s) not working 494
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 484
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J978 GST is a 1992 Opel Corsa in Red with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1992 Opel Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 56,059 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Corsa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 912 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J978 GST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Corsa typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 34 years old, this Opel Corsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J978 GST registered?

J978 GST is a 1992 Opel Corsa, first registered on 8 May 1992.

Is J978 GST safe to buy?

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