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K122 DMO

1993 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Diesel 1488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2009
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

138,019 mi
Last recorded138,019 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2008
Typical for 1993 Vauxhall Corsa91,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK122 DMO
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2008 138,019 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2008 138,012 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 28 Nov 2007 127,586 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 127,586 miles

Centre Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2006 118,349 miles

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Fail 24 Nov 2006 118,308 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (3.6.E.3)

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Pass 5 Dec 2005 112,404 miles

oil leak

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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K122 DMO is a 1993 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1993 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.1% with a typical mileage of 91,018 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K122 DMO, 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 33 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K122 DMO registered?

K122 DMO is a 1993 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 14 April 1993.

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