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P552 LSR

1997 Opel Corsa

Green Petrol 1195cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2016
Tests10 (5 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

187,509 mi
Last recorded187,509 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2015
Typical for 1997 Opel Corsa71,569 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP552 LSR
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,195cc

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MOT History

5 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2015 187,509 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 181,509 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 181,509 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

advise security of rear number plate

offside rear light unit damaged

radiator hose leaking

Pass 11 Sep 2009 178,462 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 178,462 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 11 Aug 2008 163,315 miles

Offside All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 163,315 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 144,413 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2007 144,413 miles

Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 4 Sep 2007 144,259 miles

Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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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P552 LSR is a 1997 Opel Corsa in Green with a 1,195cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 P552 LSR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P552 LSR registered?

P552 LSR is a 1997 Opel Corsa, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P552 LSR safe to buy?

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