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V688 EGT

2000 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

29,921 mi
Last recorded29,921 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Corsa63,081 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV688 EGT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2020 29,921 miles

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front wipers slightly smearing

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 Feb 2020 29,921 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Front Upper Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front wipers slightly smearing

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing in between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 29,641 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front headlamp slightly loose

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Feb 2018 29,332 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 28,950 miles

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

Nearside Front headlamp slightly loose

Offside Rear tyre cracking slightly on sidewall

Pass 22 Feb 2016 28,630 miles

Front wiper blades smearing

Offside rear wheel bearing slightly rough when rotated

Pass 9 Feb 2015 28,283 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 27,894 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2014 27,894 miles

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

Pass 19 Feb 2013 27,448 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 27,046 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 26,770 miles

Nearside door mirror glass looks home made

Offside door mirror housing came out of its holding position it pop back in easy enough

Pass 9 Feb 2010 26,444 miles

passenger side door mirror after market stuck on glass is a poor fit with sharp edges

Fail 23 Feb 2009 26,103 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 26,103 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 25,567 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 24,642 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2006 23,382 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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V688 EGT is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V688 EGT, 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 V688 EGT registered?

V688 EGT is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 26 January 2000.

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