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W257 PBF

2000 Vauxhall Corsa

Blue Petrol 973cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2017
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

96,407 mi
Last recorded96,407 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2016
Typical for 2000 Vauxhall Corsa63,081 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW257 PBF
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine973cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2016 96,407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 27 Jan 2016 96,407 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Jan 2015 86,647 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 86,647 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Fail 29 Jan 2014 81,959 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2014 81,959 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2010 135,661 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Fail 13 Mar 2010 135,661 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Mar 2009 126,025 miles

n/s windscreen damaged

Fail 27 Mar 2009 126,025 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

n/s windscreen damaged

nsf chassis leg damaged

Pass 12 Mar 2008 113,571 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 113,571 miles

Centre Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 100,925 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2006 88,811 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2006 88,811 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

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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W257 PBF is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa in Blue with a 973cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 W257 PBF, 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 W257 PBF registered?

W257 PBF is a 2000 Vauxhall Corsa, first registered on 7 March 2000.

Is W257 PBF safe to buy?

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