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S522 BHJ

1999 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

52,782 mi
Last recorded52,782 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2022
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Corsa65,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS522 BHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2022 52,782 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2021 47,800 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 41,795 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 37,956 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2019 37,956 miles

Rear Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2018 35,014 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 21 Nov 2018 35,013 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Nov 2017 32,860 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 32,860 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 32,825 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 32,852 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 32,098 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 31,772 miles

both rear tyres slightly cracking.

Pass 15 Feb 2012 31,388 miles

both rear tyres slightly cracking.

Pass 17 Feb 2011 30,902 miles

both rear tyres slightly cracking.

Fail 17 Feb 2011 30,902 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

both rear tyres slightly cracking.

Pass 8 Feb 2010 30,366 miles

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

both rear tyres slightly cracking.

considerable cut in o/s/f tyre tread.

Pass 16 Feb 2009 29,906 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 29,351 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 28,261 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 26,341 miles

How Reliable is the Vauxhall Corsa?

Based on 26,893,546 MOT tests across 2,075,660 vehicles.

69.7%
Pass Rate
5,229
Miles/Year
33
Year Lifespan
2,075,660
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 835,831
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 597,639
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 535,815
constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing 493,740
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 422,813
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S522 BHJ is a 1999 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 1999 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 65,940 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Vauxhall Corsa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 835,831 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S522 BHJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Vauxhall Corsa typically stays on UK roads for around 33 years. At 27 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S522 BHJ registered?

S522 BHJ is a 1999 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 15 January 1999.

Is S522 BHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S522 BHJ shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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