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V609 RBK

1999 Opel Corsa

Red Petrol 1196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

14,310 mi
Last recorded14,310 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2016
Typical for 1999 Opel Corsa70,886 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV609 RBK
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2016 14,310 miles

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

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

slight play both front seats

tyre sizes different front and rear

Pass 15 Oct 2015 11,082 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 10,848 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 10,848 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 8,909 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 3 Sep 2013 8,909 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Sep 2012 8,783 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside inner sill to floor edge becoming corroded

Pass 31 Aug 2011 8,673 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Oct 2010 8,346 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2009 6,407 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 5,885 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2007 5,295 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 5,295 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 4,304 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 3,243 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2005 3,243 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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
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V609 RBK is a 1999 Opel Corsa in Red with a 1,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 V609 RBK, 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.

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What year was V609 RBK registered?

V609 RBK is a 1999 Opel Corsa, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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