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P105 MJN

1997 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,884 mi
Last recorded114,884 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2017
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Corsa75,895 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP105 MJN
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2017 114,884 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Jan 2017 114,884 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 112,678 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2015 108,900 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 23 Jan 2014 105,515 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Jan 2014 105,515 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 102,046 miles

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

rear number plate starting to discolour

Pass 26 Jan 2012 98,327 miles

front number plate is damaged rear number plate starting to discolour

nearside rear tyre splitting on sidewall

Pass 18 Jan 2011 94,832 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

offside headlight glass is becomeing un glued both headlights are discolouring

rear number plate discolouring , advise replacement

Fail 17 Jan 2011 94,832 miles

Offside Front Steering system lock to lock check twists a brake hose (2.2.D.2b)

Offside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

offside headlight glass is becomeing un glued both headlights are discolouring

rear number plate discolouring , advise replacement

Pass 22 Jan 2010 91,720 miles

Nearside headlamp reflector is starting to corrode.

Pass 23 Jan 2009 87,867 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 84,998 miles

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

Pass 25 Jan 2007 83,634 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 82,076 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2006 82,076 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

rear number plate starting to discolour

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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P105 MJN is a 1997 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 75,895 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 P105 MJN, 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 29 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P105 MJN is a 1997 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 27 January 1997.

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