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V556 HYA

2000 Vauxhall Corsa

Green Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

65,828 mi
Last recorded65,828 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Corsa63,081 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV556 HYA
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2026 65,828 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2025 62,911 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 62,588 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 Aug 2022 62,588 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 13 Aug 2021 61,983 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jul 2020 61,797 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2020 61,797 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2019 61,561 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 61,561 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 61,325 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2018 61,325 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2017 60,979 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 10 Aug 2016 60,612 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 17 Aug 2015 60,187 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 19 May 2014 59,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 May 2014 59,627 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 May 2013 58,961 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 58,179 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 57,574 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 56,626 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2010 56,626 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 56,150 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 25 Mar 2009 56,150 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Mar 2008 54,295 miles

Brake master cylinder/servo mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (3.6.C.3)

corrosion build up around outter edges of nearside & offside front brake discs

rear number plate slightly deteriorated

temporary fuel cap fitted of the screw up type.

Pass 26 Mar 2007 48,842 miles

both rear tyres perishing, slight uneven wear to nearside

offside front tyre wearing on inside edge

temporary fuel cap fitted, but is secure & has seal

Fail 26 Mar 2007 48,842 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front wiper blade rubbers splitting at ends.

both rear tyres perishing, slight uneven wear to nearside

offsidefront tyre wearing on inside edge

temporary cap fitted, secure with seal

Pass 16 Jan 2006 44,105 miles

temporary fuel cap fitted

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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V556 HYA is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa in Green with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 V556 HYA, 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 V556 HYA registered?

V556 HYA is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 28 January 2000.

Is V556 HYA safe to buy?

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