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V198 KWX

2000 Vauxhall Corsa

Black Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

87,131 mi
Last recorded87,131 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2016
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Corsa63,081 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV198 KWX
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2016 87,131 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 85,116 miles

underbody has some corrosion

Fail 13 Nov 2014 83,249 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2014 83,249 miles

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 80,838 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 79,217 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 75,726 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 4 Nov 2011 75,726 miles

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 8 Nov 2010 72,006 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2009 69,194 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 65,468 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2007 61,061 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2007 61,061 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 56,392 miles

Brake pedal travel could be improved.

Fail 16 Nov 2006 56,392 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Brake pedal travel could be improved.

Fail 18 Nov 2005 51,763 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2005 51,763 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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V198 KWX is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa in Black with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2000 Vauxhall Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 63,081 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 V198 KWX, 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 26 years old, this Vauxhall Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V198 KWX registered?

V198 KWX is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 10 February 2000.

Is V198 KWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V198 KWX shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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