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LA52 UTL

2003 Opel Corsa

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2014
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,216 mi
Last recorded88,216 miles
Recorded on17 May 2013
Typical for 2003 Opel Corsa63,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA52 UTL
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2013 88,216 miles

nearside rear tyre perished/cracked

Fail 17 May 2013

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

nearside rear tyre perished/cracked

Pass 25 May 2012 65,211 miles

both rear wheel bearings noisey

both rear tyres perished and cracked

Pass 31 May 2011 47,726 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 47,341 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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

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

Pass 10 May 2010 44,600 miles

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

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

nearside front tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall

How Reliable is the Opel Corsa?

Based on 19,398 MOT tests across 2,002 vehicles.

65.8%
Pass Rate
4,931
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,002
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 912
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 617
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 538
position lamp(s) not working 494
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 484
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LA52 UTL is a 2003 Opel Corsa in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Opel Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 63,149 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Opel Corsa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 912 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA52 UTL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Opel Corsa typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 23 years old, this Opel Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LA52 UTL registered?

LA52 UTL is a 2003 Opel Corsa, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is LA52 UTL safe to buy?

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