CarVerify

Free Car Check

V260 GLA

1999 Opel Corsa

Red Petrol 1389cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

63,999 mi
Last recorded63,999 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2013
Typical for 1999 Opel Corsa70,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Opel
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationV260 GLA
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2013 63,999 miles

front brake disc worn and inner brake pads close to limit inner pads

offside rear tyre wearing inner edge slightly

Pass 14 Jul 2011 60,690 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2011 60,690 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Mar 2010 54,094 miles

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

Fail 21 Mar 2009 48,159 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

sill covers

Pass 21 Mar 2009 48,159 miles

sill covers

Pass 31 Mar 2008 43,899 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Fail 29 Mar 2008 43,875 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

o/s rear tyre out of shape

Pass 5 Apr 2007 37,063 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2007 36,994 miles

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

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2006 35,052 miles

all indicator bulbs fading, slight play both rear wheel bearings, slight blow exhaust joint, both rear tyre walls perishing and getting low

Pass 5 Nov 2005 29,184 miles

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

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
Full Opel Corsa reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

V260 GLA is a 1999 Opel Corsa in Red with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Opel Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.6% with a typical mileage of 70,886 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 V260 GLA, 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 27 years old, this Opel Corsa is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V260 GLA?

You can check the full history of V260 GLA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was V260 GLA registered?

V260 GLA is a 1999 Opel Corsa, first registered on 15 September 1999.

Is V260 GLA safe to buy?

The MOT history for V260 GLA shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does V260 GLA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on V260 GLA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.