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SY03 GJF

2003 Opel Corsa

Green Diesel 993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

211,040 mi
Last recorded211,040 miles
Recorded on10 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Opel Corsa63,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY03 GJF
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 May 2018 211,040 miles

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Front coil spring worn both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Apr 2017 200,213 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 95,558 miles

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

Fail 19 Apr 2016 195,721 miles

Front Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Inner Ball joint has excessive play steering rack ball joint (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 24 Apr 2015 190,200 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 187,054 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2014 187,054 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2013 180,012 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 172,401 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

Pass 20 Apr 2012 170,998 miles

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

Fail 19 Apr 2012 170,998 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Oil leak

both rear tyres perished

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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SY03 GJF is a 2003 Opel Corsa in Green with a 993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Opel Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 63,149 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 SY03 GJF, 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 23 years old, this Opel Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SY03 GJF registered?

SY03 GJF is a 2003 Opel Corsa, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is SY03 GJF safe to buy?

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