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KN51 GRX

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

83,828 mi
Last recorded83,828 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN51 GRX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 83,828 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 77,573 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2025 77,573 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 57,252 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 54,922 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 13 Feb 2023 54,922 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 18 Feb 2022 52,153 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2022 52,134 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective needs polishing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 46,684 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 41,750 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2019 41,723 miles

Central Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2018 37,815 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated clip (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 33,304 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n s f. n s r .o s r tyres perished

Fail 10 Jul 2017 33,304 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated and has play (2.6.1)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n s f. n s r .o s r tyres perished

Pass 28 Jul 2016 28,908 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 28,768 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 28,319 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 27,984 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Sep 2012 27,080 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 26,727 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 25,854 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 25,565 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 25,203 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 24,521 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2006 24,249 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Pass 7 Sep 2006 24,249 miles

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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KN51 GRX is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 KN51 GRX, 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 KN51 GRX registered?

KN51 GRX is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 25 September 2001.

Is KN51 GRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KN51 GRX shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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