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P111 GEK

1997 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

21,962 mi
Last recorded21,962 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2020
Typical for 1997 Vauxhall Corsa75,895 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP111 GEK
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2020 21,962 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 21,675 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 21,675 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cracking on sidewall causing cords to show (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Jun 2018 21,398 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 21,149 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2016 20,910 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 20,669 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 20,402 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 20,109 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 19,651 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 19,286 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 16,981 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 18,731 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 18,456 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 18,079 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 17,529 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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P111 GEK 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 93.8%.

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 P111 GEK, 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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What year was P111 GEK registered?

P111 GEK is a 1997 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 26 May 1997.

Is P111 GEK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P111 GEK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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