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LH51 AVJ

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Aug 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,332 mi
Last recorded76,332 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLH51 AVJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2015 76,332 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 27 Aug 2015 76,331 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Offside Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users bumper (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jul 2014 68,192 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear tyre worn on the inside edge

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside indicators flashing faster than normal

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 4 Jul 2014 68,192 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear tyre worn on the inside edge

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside indicators flashing faster than normal

Oil leak

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 61,881 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 19 Mar 2013 61,877 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 22 Mar 2012 58,607 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 21 Feb 2011 53,189 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 53,185 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

both front brakew discs worn

Pass 21 Jun 2010 51,626 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 47,986 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 43,632 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2008 43,632 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 39,232 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2006 33,524 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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LH51 AVJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LH51 AVJ, 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 LH51 AVJ registered?

LH51 AVJ is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 26 October 2001.

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