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P382 TVV

1997 Opel Corsa

Silver Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2022
Tests28 (16 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

73,660 mi
Last recorded73,660 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2021
Typical for 1997 Opel Corsa71,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP382 TVV
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

16 pass 12 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2021 73,660 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear inner wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside rear upper (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 72,331 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer and inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Jan 2020 72,320 miles

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer and inner sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2019 69,638 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2019 69,626 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust back box (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2017 66,728 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2017 66,728 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Brake load sensing valve seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 30 Dec 2016 62,766 miles

Front windscreen has minor damage outside of swept area

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front coil spring corroded

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

minor engine oil leak

slight coolant leak from water pump

Fail 30 Dec 2016 62,766 miles

Front windscreen has minor damage outside of swept area

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front coil spring corroded

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

minor engine oil leak

slight coolant leak from water pump

Pass 15 Jan 2016 59,659 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 59,659 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 56,386 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 52,461 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 52,461 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Fail 3 Jan 2013 48,989 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 3 Jan 2013 48,989 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 45,478 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 45,478 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jan 2011 41,986 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 6 Jan 2011 41,986 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 5 Jan 2010 38,651 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 34,882 miles

front pads close to limits

slight corrosion on rear exhaust silencer

Pass 17 Jan 2008 31,048 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 31,048 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Fail 10 Jan 2007 27,073 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 10 Jan 2007 27,073 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 23,261 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2006 23,261 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P382 TVV is a 1997 Opel Corsa in Silver with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Opel Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 71,569 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P382 TVV, 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 29 years old, this Opel Corsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P382 TVV registered?

P382 TVV is a 1997 Opel Corsa, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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