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T207 LBP

1999 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests26 (14 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

106,943 mi
Last recorded106,943 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2020
Typical for 1999 Vauxhall Corsa65,940 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT207 LBP
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

14 pass 12 fail
Fail 5 Nov 2020 106,943 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Near side mirror damaged.

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2020 106,795 miles

Emissions not tested emissions test aborted, was failing on lambda then EML came on (8.2.1.2 (d))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction came on in emissions test, test aborted (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb holder insecure (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged glass cracked ()

Nearside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive multiple oil leaks around engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust resting on handbrake cable across rear axel

Pass 20 May 2019 104,505 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

corrosion n/s/r and o/s/r inner sills

Fail 20 May 2019 104,505 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light lens (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

corrosion n/s/r and o/s/r inner sills

Fail 9 Apr 2019 104,497 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper spring seating area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength upper spring seating area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected lens broken (4.5.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid no fluid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged wing mirror (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner seal corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security inner seal corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2018 100,896 miles

Nearside Front Wing mirror is cracked

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel is damaged

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 9 Apr 2018 100,896 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Center section (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Wing mirror is cracked

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Nearside Rear Wheel is damaged

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Oil leak ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust fouling handbrake cable

Pass 5 Apr 2017 97,602 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre sidewall is deteriorated

Nearside Front Wing mirror glass is cracked

Fail 4 Apr 2017 97,602 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases From center section (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Outer Tyre sidewall is deteriorated

Nearside Front Wing mirror glass is cracked

Oil leak ()

Pass 2 Mar 2016 93,372 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both on limit (2.7.3)

both front bottom ball joint dust cover insecure but still prevents the ingress of dirt

chassis rails, floor panels and inner sills corroded

drivers sun visor cannot be secured

exhaust corroded

n/s wing mirror lens damaged

n/s/f suspension top mount raunchy on rotation

n/s/f tyre flat and over 16 years old

oil and coolant leaks

play both rear wheel bearings

rear shock absorbers worn

vehicle idles slightly high

Fail 26 Feb 2016 93,372 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front bottom ball joint dust cover insecure but still prevents the ingress of dirt

chassis rails, floor panels and inner sills corroded

drivers sun visor cannot be secured

exhaust corroded

n/s wing mirror lens damaged

n/s/f suspension top mount raunchy on rotation

n/s/f tyre flat and over 16 years old

oil and coolant leaks

play both rear wheel bearings

vehicle idles slightly high

Pass 16 Mar 2015 83,805 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

rear shock absorbers weak/worn

water tank empty

Fail 16 Mar 2015 83,805 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

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

rear shock absorbers weak/worn

water tank empty

Pass 25 Mar 2014 73,471 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 21 Mar 2013 61,398 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

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

Fail 21 Mar 2013 61,398 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Coolant leak

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

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

Fail 13 Mar 2012 44,075 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Mar 2012 44,075 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 15 Mar 2011 39,012 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

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

front number plate damaged

left and right side front brake hose ferrules corroded

Fail 13 Mar 2010 37,658 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2010 37,658 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 36,607 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

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

rear exhaust system is in very poor condition

rear fog lamp switch sticks

Pass 17 Mar 2008 35,216 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

left and right side rear shock absorbers are leaking

left and right side rear tyre side walls are perished

rear fog lamp switch sticks

Pass 16 Mar 2007 33,937 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 32,431 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 32,431 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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T207 LBP is a 1999 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 T207 LBP, 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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T207 LBP is a 1999 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 16 April 1999.

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