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KG51 VLU

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2022
Tests25 (17 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate68%

Mileage

59,831 mi
Last recorded59,831 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2021
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 VLU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 8 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2021 59,831 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 59,831 miles

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Oct 2020 59,815 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 59,815 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 9 Oct 2019 59,624 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 9 Oct 2019 59,624 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 9 Oct 2018 58,819 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2018 58,819 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

front brake discs corroded on inner face

o/s/f tyre worn close to limit

Pass 9 Oct 2017 57,507 miles

o/s head light aim poor image

Pass 15 Nov 2016 55,726 miles

front brake discs in poor condition on inner edge

o/s/f tyre close to limit 185/55/15

Fail 15 Nov 2016 55,726 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

front brake discs in poor condition on inner edge

o/s/f tyre close to limit 185/55/15

Pass 18 Nov 2015 53,649 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread going out of shape recommend early replacement

Rear registration plate deteriorating but still legible

Rear wiper blade deteriorating

Pass 13 Nov 2014 51,512 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

damage to nearside front tyre side wall

Pass 18 Nov 2013 49,339 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

damage to nearside front tyre side wall

Pass 27 Nov 2012 47,312 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 45,246 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Fail 21 Nov 2011 45,246 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 43,704 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 43,704 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2009 40,719 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 37,832 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 34,987 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 28,399 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2006 28,399 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 6 Jun 2005 23,615 miles

Offside Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

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 VLU is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68%.

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 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 KG51 VLU, 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 KG51 VLU registered?

KG51 VLU is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is KG51 VLU safe to buy?

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