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R387 BLH

1997 Opel Corsa

Silver Petrol 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,551 mi
Last recorded51,551 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2007
Typical for 1997 Opel Corsa71,569 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR387 BLH
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine993cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2007 51,551 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Dec 2006 40,859 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Nov 2005 34,950 miles

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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R387 BLH is a 1997 Opel Corsa in Silver with a 993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R387 BLH, 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 R387 BLH registered?

R387 BLH is a 1997 Opel Corsa, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R387 BLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R387 BLH shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R387 BLH have outstanding finance?

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