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KG51 VMX

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

81,977 mi
Last recorded81,977 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG51 VMX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2013 81,977 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2011 80,683 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 78,317 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 65,422 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 110,927 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

gear oil leaks

near side front tyre side wall damaged

near side rear tyre cracking

Pass 7 Nov 2008 105,655 miles

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

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

Oil leak

both rear tyres cracking

gear oil leaks

off side rear wheel bearing

Pass 10 Nov 2007 98,440 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside front wing damaged

windscreen wiper blades deteriorated

Fail 9 Nov 2007 98,440 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Side repeater incomplete (1.5.A1b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

offside front wing damaged

windscreen wiper blades deteriorated

Pass 6 Nov 2006 92,407 miles

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

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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 VMX is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 VMX, 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 VMX registered?

KG51 VMX is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is KG51 VMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG51 VMX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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