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RJ02 NCN

2002 Opel Corsa

Grey Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

23,034 mi
Last recorded23,034 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Opel Corsa61,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ02 NCN
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 23,034 miles

Exhaust rear box delaminating outer skin

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

Fail 16 Apr 2026 23,034 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Exhaust rear box delaminating outer skin

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

Pass 24 Apr 2025 20,758 miles

Front Bumper scuffed.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust silencer deteriorated, outer skin corroded and coming away.

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

Fail 22 Apr 2025 20,754 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected Lens broken. (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

All tyres original to vehicle, 23 years old. Consider replacing.

Front Bumper scuffed.

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Outer face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly misaligned (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust silencer deteriorated, outer skin corroded and coming away.

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

Pass 7 May 2019 20,329 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 May 2019 20,329 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2018 19,667 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 19,145 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2016 18,374 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 18,374 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 17,502 miles

Rear exhaust silencer in poor condition

Pass 6 May 2014 16,630 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 15,429 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 May 2012 14,319 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 5 May 2011 12,990 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 12,990 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 30 Apr 2010 11,912 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 11,145 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 10,233 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 10,233 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Apr 2007 9,098 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 7,206 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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RJ02 NCN is a 2002 Opel Corsa in Grey with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Opel Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 61,280 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 RJ02 NCN, 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 24 years old, this Opel Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RJ02 NCN registered?

RJ02 NCN is a 2002 Opel Corsa, first registered on 3 May 2002.

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