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W228 SMJ

2000 Vauxhall Corsa

Silver Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2022
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,229 mi
Last recorded33,229 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Corsa63,081 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW228 SMJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Dec 2021 33,229 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner sill area (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Dec 2020 33,155 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis area corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Chassis area corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 33,009 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Chassis slightly corroded

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Chassis slightly corroded

Pass 11 Jun 2018 32,726 miles

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 13 Jun 2017 32,353 miles

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 15 Jun 2016 32,000 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 31,673 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2014 31,270 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2014 31,270 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 19 Jun 2013 30,802 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Jun 2013 30,802 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 30,271 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 29,722 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 29,232 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 28,619 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 27,913 miles

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 25 Jun 2007 26,983 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2006 26,026 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 24,499 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2005 24,499 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2005 24,499 miles

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

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

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 SMJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa in Silver with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SMJ, 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 SMJ registered?

W228 SMJ is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 30 June 2000.

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