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KG51 FXZ

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2015
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

103,309 mi
Last recorded103,309 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2014
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 FXZ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2014 103,309 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2014 103,309 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 67,981 miles

no oil visible on dipstick on arrival

Fail 6 Feb 2012 67,976 miles

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

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Rear fog lamp excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

engine generaly rough running

no oil visible on dipstick on arrival

Pass 1 Mar 2011 58,331 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 58,331 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2009 52,244 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2009 52,239 miles

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

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

Pass 5 Jan 2008 45,726 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 12 Jan 2007 39,569 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 33,345 miles

both rear tyres wearing on edges

oil leak

slight free play nearside rear wheel bearing

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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KG51 FXZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 KG51 FXZ, 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

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What year was KG51 FXZ registered?

KG51 FXZ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is KG51 FXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG51 FXZ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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