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RY56 TEJ

2006 Opel Corsa

Grey Petrol 1229cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2018
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

137,862 mi
Last recorded137,862 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Opel Corsa97,098 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY56 TEJ
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,229cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2017 137,862 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 137,193 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Glass missing from light unit

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stonechip (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 Jun 2016 137,193 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Bald on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Glass missing from light unit

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' stonechip (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jul 2015 117,304 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 117,304 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2014 97,098 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 97,098 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2013 75,606 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 75,606 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front 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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RY56 TEJ is a 2006 Opel Corsa in Grey with a 1,229cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2006 Opel Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 97,098 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 RY56 TEJ, 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 20 years old, this Opel Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RY56 TEJ registered?

RY56 TEJ is a 2006 Opel Corsa, first registered on 31 August 2006.

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