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RX53 BYN

2003 Opel Corsa

Grey Petrol 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

73,763 mi
Last recorded73,763 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Opel Corsa63,149 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX53 BYN
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2014 73,763 miles

slight knock in steering(suspect rack faults developing)

Fail 12 Aug 2014 73,762 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

slight knock in steering(suspect rack faults developing)

temp fuel cap fitted(sealing type)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 65,284 miles

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 21 Aug 2013 65,283 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 59,421 miles

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

Fail 14 Aug 2012 59,421 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

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

rear wiper blade split ok for this test

Pass 22 Aug 2011 51,840 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Fail 22 Aug 2011 51,840 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 28 Sep 2010 44,717 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2009 36,681 miles

both rear tyre outer wall slight tearing

o/s/f tyre pressure low

Pass 1 Oct 2008 29,475 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 22,207 miles

new brake pads fitted to worn discs front

Pass 27 Sep 2006 16,831 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 16,831 miles

Steering wheel locking device insecure (2.1.6)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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RX53 BYN is a 2003 Opel Corsa in Grey with a 1,199cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 RX53 BYN, 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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What year was RX53 BYN registered?

RX53 BYN is a 2003 Opel Corsa, first registered on 8 September 2003.

Is RX53 BYN safe to buy?

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