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R539 ATR

1997 Opel Corsa

Green Diesel 1488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

82,622 mi
Last recorded82,622 miles
Recorded on9 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Opel Corsa71,569 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR539 ATR
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,488cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 May 2013 82,622 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 82,609 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 71,237 miles

Oil leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

slight oil weap from steering rack

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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R539 ATR is a 1997 Opel Corsa in Green with a 1,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R539 ATR, 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 R539 ATR registered?

R539 ATR is a 1997 Opel Corsa, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R539 ATR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R539 ATR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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