CarVerify

Free Car Check

KD51 SKJ

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Petrol 973cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2019
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

91,488 mi
Last recorded91,488 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Vauxhall
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD51 SKJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Fail 25 Jul 2019 91,488 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction Light at dash stays ON (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Lower bulkhead area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Blade u/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner tread edge area cracked and perrished exposing ply/cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front subframe getting abit corroded at N/S areas around roll bar and steering rack mounts

H/Light lenses getting abit deteriorated

N/S w/blade getting split at ends

N/S/F bulkhead area beneath battery tray excessively corroded (NOT quite within fail limit at time of test)

O/S/F tyre worn almost ON limit o wear

O/S/R metal b/pipe getting abit corroded at end

P/Brake cables starting to get abit of surface corrosion

P/Brake efficiency low at 19% (16% = MINIMUM limit)

Pass 27 Jul 2018 90,706 miles

Appears to be slight corrosion at O/S/F top bulkhead area down and around brake servo unit mounting areas

B/Hoses getting abit corroded at ferrules

Exhaust system getting abit corroded in places

Front subframe getting corroded at N/S areas and around suspension arm mounts

N/S/F bulkhead area and battery compartment areas, getting corroded

O/S/F tyre worn low on tread and near limit of wear

O/S/R metal b/pipe starting to get abit corroded at end area

Rear tyres starting to get abit perrished and cracked slightly

Service brake efficiency low and ON 50% MINIMUM limit

Pass 28 Jul 2017 89,921 miles

Both rear inner w/arch areas getting abit corroded in places

Front subframe at N/S area, getting abit corroded around inner roll-bar mounting areas

N/S/F bulkhead/battery tray areas getting abit corroded in places

O/S/F indicator bulb starting to fade abit

O/S/F outer b/pad appears to be getting abit low

O/S/F tyre low on tread and almost on limits of wear, and getting abit perrished and cracked at inner tread edge areas

O/S/R metal b/pipe starting to get abit of surface corrosion at end area

Rear service brake performances starting to get abit low

Pass 3 Aug 2016 88,785 miles

Both H/Light lenses getting abit deteriorated and starting to effect dipped beam images

Both front tyres low on tread and nearing limits of wear

Offside O/S/R metal b/pipe getting abit corroded at end

Rear inner w/arch areas getting abit corroded in places

Fail 29 Jul 2016 88,776 miles

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Bulkhead and battery tray areas, beneath battery (2.4.A.3)

Both H/Light lenses getting abit deteriorated and starting to effect dipped beam images

Both front tyres low on tread and nearing limits of wear

Offside O/S/R metal b/pipe getting abit corroded at end

Rear inner w/arch areas getting abit corroded in places

Pass 5 Aug 2015 87,714 miles

B/Hoses getting abit corroded at ferrules

Front bulkhead area beneath battery tray getting abit corroded in places

Front subframe getting abit corroded at N/S area

Front tyres starting to get abit low on tread

H/Light lenses starting to get abit deteriorated

O/S/F indicator bulb abit faded

O/S/R inner w/arch top areas around fuel filler pipe neck, getting abit corroded

O/S/R metal b/pipe getting abit of surface corrosion

Fail 5 Aug 2015 87,714 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

B/Hoses getting abit corroded at ferrules

Front bulkhead area beneath battery tray getting abit corroded in places

Front subframe getting abit corroded at N/S area

Front tyres starting to get abit low on tread

H/Light lenses starting to get abit deteriorated

O/S/F indicator bulb abit faded

O/S/R inner w/arch top areas around fuel filler pipe neck, getting abit corroded

O/S/R metal b/pipe getting abit of surface corrosion

Pass 2 Aug 2014 86,138 miles

Front subframe at N/S area starting to get abit of surface corrosion

O/S/R inner w/arch lower corner/sill end area, starting to get corroded

Slight surface corrosion at O/S/R metal b/pipe, in places

Slight surface corrosion starting at N/S/F lower bulkhead, at engine bay area

Pass 24 Jul 2013 84,591 miles

Front subframe has slight surface corrosion at N/S areas

O/S/F indicator bulb getting abit faded

O/S/R metal b/pipe abit corroded at end

Slight surface corrosion starting at N/S/F engine bay/bulkhead, and beneath battery tray areas

Small crack at screen

Pass 24 Jul 2012 83,546 miles

O/S/R metal b/pipe abit corroded at end

Fail 23 Jul 2012 83,546 miles

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

O/S/R metal b/pipe abit corroded at end

Pass 19 Jul 2011 81,814 miles

O/S/F Indicator abit

O/S/R end b/pipe abit corroded at end

Service brake efficiency getting abit low and nearing MIN limits

Small cracks at screen

Pass 28 Jul 2010 79,231 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2010 79,217 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside rear steel brake pipe is rusty

Slight bind at offside rear wheel.

Pass 21 Jul 2009 75,460 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2008 71,212 miles

B/Hoses abit corroded at ferrules

Both rear tyres starting to get abit low on tread slightly and getting abit perrished

O/S/R metal b/pipe getting abit corroded

VERY slight movement and noise starting at N/S/R W/Bearing

Fail 28 Jul 2008 71,062 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

B/Hoses abit corroded at ferrules

Both rear tyres starting to get abit low on tread slightly and getting abit perrished

O/S/R metal b/pipe getting abit corroded

VERY slight movement and noise starting at N/S/R W/Bearing

Pass 24 Jul 2007 66,269 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 66,264 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Coolant level was found low topped off.

Front tyres are worn close to wear bar indicators.

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

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

Offside rear steel brake pipe at back plate is rusty.

Reduced performance at offside rear brakes.

Slight play at nearside inner steering rack.

Pass 18 Aug 2006 61,321 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2006 61,321 miles

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

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
Full Vauxhall Corsa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KD51 SKJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 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 KD51 SKJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KD51 SKJ?

You can check the full history of KD51 SKJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KD51 SKJ registered?

KD51 SKJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is KD51 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD51 SKJ shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KD51 SKJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KD51 SKJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.