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YE52 JCU

2003 Opel Corsa

Green Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

58,884 mi
Last recorded58,884 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Opel Corsa63,149 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE52 JCU
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2014 58,884 miles

(1.4A.2f)The offside rear indicator colour is deteriorating

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2c)The vehicle presenter is reminded that regular checks of the engine oil level are required as today the manufacturer minimum recommendations were not complied with

(2c)The vehicle presenter is reminded that regular checks of the tyre pressures are required as today the vehicle manufacturer recommendations were not complied with

(3.3A.1b)The brake pedal anti-slip provision is worn

(4.0)The offside front tyre breadth of tread has a nail within

(4.0)The spare tyre is deflated

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.79mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate top margin area is dirty but not likely to permit the plate to be misread

(7.1.2a)The centre exhaust silencer has a slight leak present

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer case is deteriorating

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer has a slight leak present

(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items hanging from the interior mirror should not be fitted for legal reasons

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 12 Dec 2014 58,884 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

(1.4A.2f)The offside rear indicator colour is deteriorating

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2c)The vehicle presenter is reminded that regular checks of the engine oil level are required as today the manufacturer minimum recommendations were not complied with

(2c)The vehicle presenter is reminded that regular checks of the tyre pressures are required as today the vehicle manufacturer recommendations were not complied with

(3.3A.1b)The brake pedal anti-slip provision is worn

(4.0)The offside front tyre breadth of tread has a nail within

(4.0)The spare tyre is deflated

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread has worn down to 2.79mm

(4.1E.1)The offside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread

(6.3.1d)The rear number plate top margin area is dirty but not likely to permit the plate to be misread

(7.1.2a)The centre exhaust silencer has a slight leak present

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer case is deteriorating

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer has a slight leak present

(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items hanging from the interior mirror should not be fitted for legal reasons

THE MOTOR VEHICLES STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 16 Dec 2013 55,258 miles

(1.4A.2f)The nearside rear indicator colour is slightly deteriorated

(1.4A.2f)The offside rear indicator colour is slightly deteriorated

(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering track rod end ball joint has slight free play/wear present

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.4G.2)The nearside front suspension anti-roll bar linkage top ball joint dust cover is slightly deteriorated

(2.7.3)The nearside front suspension damper has a slight misting of oil present

(2.7.3)The offside front suspension damper has a slight misting of oil present

(3.3A.1b)The brake pedal anti-slip provision is worn

(4.0)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread has a nail present within

(4.0)The spare tyre is deflated

(4.1D.1a)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread at the inner side of the central band has cuts present,which do not appear to be deep enough to expose the cords or ply at the time of examination

(4.1D.1a)The spare tyre wall has a cut deep enough to expose cords and leak

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread

(6.1D.1a)The front lower engine mounting rubber bush is excessively deteriorated,resulting in excessive movement present

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorated but not resulting in a leak at the time of examination

(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items secured to the interior mirror should not be fitted for legal reasons

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Fail 14 Dec 2013 55,258 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

(1.4A.2f)The nearside rear indicator colour is slightly deteriorated

(1.4A.2f)The offside rear indicator colour is slightly deteriorated

(2.2B.1f)The nearside front steering track rod end ball joint has slight free play/wear present

(2.4C.1b)The nearside rear suspension spring is corroding

(2.4G.2)The nearside front suspension anti-roll bar linkage top ball joint dust cover is slightly deteriorated

(2.7.3)The nearside front suspension damper has a slight misting of oil present

(2.7.3)The offside front suspension damper has a slight misting of oil present

(3.3A.1b)The brake pedal anti-slip provision is worn

(4.0)The nearside rear tyre breadth of tread has a nail present within

(4.0)The spare tyre is deflated

(4.1D.1a)The nearside front tyre breadth of tread at the inner side of the central band has cuts present,which do not appear to be deep enough to expose the cords or ply at the time of examination

(4.1D.1a)The spare tyre wall has a cut deep enough to expose cords and leak

(4.1E.1)The nearside front tyre at the inner side of the central band is devoid of tread

(6.1D.1a)The front lower engine mounting rubber bush is excessively deteriorated,resulting in excessive movement present

(7.1.2a)The rear exhaust silencer is deteriorated but not resulting in a leak at the time of examination

(8.3.1e)The vehicle presenter is reminded that items secured to the interior mirror should not be fitted for legal reasons

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 OF THE ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1988 AS AMENDED

Pass 19 Dec 2012 51,971 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 11 Feb 2011 51,967 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2011 51,967 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 47,411 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2009 47,411 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 44,945 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2006 37,956 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2006 37,956 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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YE52 JCU is a 2003 Opel Corsa in Green with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2003 Opel Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 63,149 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 Opel Corsa fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 912 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YE52 JCU, 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 23 years old, this Opel Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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YE52 JCU is a 2003 Opel Corsa, first registered on 20 January 2003.

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