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LR51 VAY

2001 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

126,538 mi
Last recorded126,538 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2026
Typical for 2001 Vauxhall Corsa64,922 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR51 VAY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2026 126,538 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 29 Aug 2026 126,538 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 15 Aug 2025 126,020 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2024 125,078 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 26 Aug 2023 124,239 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 123,458 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 122,136 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 120,586 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 119,624 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 117,828 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 110,998 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 104,012 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 97,998 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 93,944 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2013 86,909 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2012 77,998 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 67,593 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 57,803 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 44,791 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 38,956 miles

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

anit slip on clutch pedal missing

Fail 3 Sep 2008 38,956 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

anit slip on clutch pedal missing

Pass 4 Sep 2007 31,478 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 22,714 miles

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

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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LR51 VAY is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 LR51 VAY, 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 LR51 VAY registered?

LR51 VAY is a 2001 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is LR51 VAY safe to buy?

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