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S98 FHJ

1999 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

69,757 mi
Last recorded69,757 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2014
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Corsa65,940 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS98 FHJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 10 Apr 2014 69,757 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Apr 2013 66,259 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside headlamp condensated

Fail 16 Apr 2013 66,259 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside headlamp condensated

Pass 9 May 2012 65,587 miles

Offside wing mirror damaged but not excessivly.

Fail 8 May 2012 65,583 miles

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

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside wing mirror damaged but not excessivly.

Pass 10 May 2011 63,374 miles

offside rear tyre pressure low ;

Fail 9 May 2011 63,374 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b) DANGEROUS

offside rear tyre pressure low ;

Pass 4 May 2010 61,994 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 60,717 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 16 Apr 2009 60,714 miles

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

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 2 May 2008 56,113 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 56,108 miles

Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Position lamp switch faulty (1.1.A.1)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 49,958 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 42,093 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2006 42,093 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside and offside rear tyres outer walls perished

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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S98 FHJ is a 1999 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 S98 FHJ, 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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S98 FHJ is a 1999 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 1 January 1999.

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