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W228 LBJ

2000 Vauxhall Corsa

Red Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,169 mi
Last recorded94,169 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2015
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Corsa63,081 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW228 LBJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 23 Apr 2015 94,169 miles

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 Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 94,169 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2014 90,773 miles

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

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 88,031 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 24 Apr 2012 83,622 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 83,622 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 78,619 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 78,539 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2010 73,217 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 73,217 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 68,493 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 64,257 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 59,555 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

O/S outer gator clip

Fail 19 Apr 2007 59,555 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

O/S outer gator clip

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2006 55,319 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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W228 LBJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa in Red with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 W228 LBJ, 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 W228 LBJ registered?

W228 LBJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 20 April 2000.

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