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S644 GRC

1999 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2024
Tests29 (17 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate58.6%

Mileage

88,981 mi
Last recorded88,981 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2023
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Corsa65,940 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS644 GRC
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

17 pass 12 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2023 88,981 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underbody corrosion

Fail 7 Mar 2023 88,953 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected axle mounting (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

underbody corrosion

Fail 17 Nov 2022 88,913 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Fuel tank leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component excessively damaged ring cracked/loose (1.6 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength in wheel arch above axle mount point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm approx (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

n/s/r lower/inner sill area becoming corroded

no MIL illuminating on start up

Pass 16 Nov 2021 81,744 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Apr 2021 81,736 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength at sill and wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired at wheel arch and sill FAKED UP (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 80,325 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 79,310 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2019 79,308 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 78,233 miles

Central slight blow

Fail 4 Jan 2018 78,233 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported mounting broken (7.1.1)

Steering system fouling both sides (2.2.D.2a)

Central slight blow

Pass 6 Jan 2017 76,536 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2016 74,839 miles

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 8 Jan 2016 74,838 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 165/65/r14 79t (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Jan 2015 73,142 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 71,207 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

all suspension parts corroded

Pass 2 Jan 2013 69,475 miles

All four tyres side walls cracked & perished

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 Jan 2013 69,469 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

All four tyres side walls cracked & perished

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 67,248 miles

both rear tyres perished

Fail 4 Jan 2012 67,245 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear tyres perished

Pass 6 Jan 2011 64,786 miles

n/s door strip loose

Fail 6 Jan 2011 64,786 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

n/s door strip loose

Pass 6 Jan 2010 162,875 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2009 60,535 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2009 60,532 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 8 Jan 2008 55,920 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

n/s/r tyre sidewall starting to crack

Pass 8 Jan 2008 55,920 miles

n/s/r tyre sidewall starting to crack

Pass 23 Dec 2006 49,545 miles

reaer brakes binding slightly

Fail 18 Dec 2006 49,545 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

emisions not checked

Pass 3 Jan 2006 46,797 miles

Offside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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S644 GRC is a 1999 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S644 GRC, 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.

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S644 GRC is a 1999 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 15 January 1999.

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