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KF51 EXM

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2017
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

104,192 mi
Last recorded104,192 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKF51 EXM
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Fail 4 Dec 2017 104,192 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened by nearside steering rack anchor point (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater has a product on the lens so it is not visible from a reasonable distance lens missing (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 100,321 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Fail 2 Dec 2016 100,321 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Dec 2015 94,728 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 94,728 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively wiper (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Dec 2014 86,686 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Fail 3 Dec 2014 86,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Dec 2013 75,907 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2013 75,907 miles

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 71,079 miles

Engine management light is on

INSP warning message is showing on dash

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside reear tyre has a lowest tread of 3mm and is perishing

Rear exhaust box baffles are breaking up

Fail 12 Oct 2012 71,079 miles

Engine management light is on

INSP warning message is showing on dash

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside reear tyre has a lowest tread of 3mm and is perishing

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear exhaust box baffles are breaking up

Fail 5 Oct 2011 65,666 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Oct 2011 65,666 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 61,313 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2009 55,779 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 50,317 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 44,955 miles

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

advise o/s/r & n/s/r tyre sidewalls cracking (weathered)

engine management light on

Pass 20 Nov 2006 39,783 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2005 33,391 miles

REAR EXHAUST SHOWING SIGNS OF CORROSION

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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KF51 EXM is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 KF51 EXM, 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.

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What year was KF51 EXM registered?

KF51 EXM is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 27 September 2001.

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