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V479 GNJ

2000 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2009
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

72,891 mi
Last recorded72,891 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2008
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Corsa63,081 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV479 GNJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2008 72,891 miles

rear wiper blade rubber

spare tyre flat

n/s/f wheel cover missing

rear n/plate backing commming away from plate

Fail 2 Feb 2008 72,887 miles

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

Lower Steering column universal joint retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Air filter box insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2007 68,187 miles

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

front & rear number plates starting to deteriorate

knocking noise heard when rocking steering

Fail 5 Feb 2007 68,187 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

front & rear number plates starting to deteriorate

knocking noise heard when rocking steering

Fail 10 Feb 2006 64,585 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2006 64,585 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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V479 GNJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 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 V479 GNJ, 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.

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What year was V479 GNJ registered?

V479 GNJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 12 January 2000.

Is V479 GNJ safe to buy?

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