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K33 KPC

1998 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

50,091 mi
Last recorded50,091 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Vauxhall Corsa70,441 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK33 KPC
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 50,091 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 34,878 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 34,181 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 33,493 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 33,439 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 23 May 2016 30,195 miles

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened at axle pivot (3.5.1b)

corrosion on bulkhead around drain hole

slight cracking on tyre treads [various]

Pass 3 Jun 2015 23,473 miles

Engine check lamp staying on

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 25 May 2015 23,464 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine check lamp staying on

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 6 May 2014 23,360 miles

Nearside Front 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)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2014 23,360 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 23,251 miles

front and rear tyres severely cracked on tread area(advise replacement)

rear no.plate damaged(but not likely to be misread)

Pass 8 May 2012 22,176 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front flexible brake hose(s)ferrules corroded

nearside front tyre heavily cracked(advise replacement)

rear tyres heavily cracked(advise replacement)

Pass 4 May 2011 21,449 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 20,420 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 19,295 miles
Pass 8 May 2008 18,037 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 17,075 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2007 17,075 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 10 May 2006 16,090 miles

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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K33 KPC is a 1998 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1998 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 70,441 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 K33 KPC, 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 28 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K33 KPC registered?

K33 KPC is a 1998 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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