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KR51 JZN

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

95,627 mi
Last recorded95,627 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2016
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR51 JZN
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2016 95,627 miles

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

both front lower arms rusty

rear floor and axle rusty

Fail 13 Dec 2016 95,468 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded in door shut (5.2.6)

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

both front lower arms rusty

rear floor and axle rusty

Pass 20 Jan 2016 91,765 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2015 89,602 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 84,074 miles

engine noise (chain area)

Fail 6 Jan 2014 84,074 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

engine noise (chain area)

Pass 6 Feb 2013 80,979 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 80,979 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 77,531 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2012 77,462 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 70,589 miles

no rear seats fitted on re-test

o/s/r brake binding

Fail 22 Mar 2011 70,589 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Offside Front Lower Torque/reaction arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s/r brake binding

Pass 22 Mar 2010 60,272 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2010 60,272 miles

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Macpherson strut is slightly stiff in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 49,404 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 49,404 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 44,889 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 36,609 miles

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

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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KR51 JZN is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 KR51 JZN, 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 KR51 JZN registered?

KR51 JZN is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 November 2001.

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