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W894 RJT

2000 Opel Corsa

Black Petrol 1389cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2015
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

97,682 mi
Last recorded97,682 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2014
Typical for 2000 Opel Corsa66,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW894 RJT
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,389cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2014 97,682 miles

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

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

both front and rear sills corroded

exhaust leak

osr coil spring mounting area corroded

Fail 16 Sep 2014 97,672 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.C.3c)

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

Pass 13 Sep 2013 95,370 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Exhaust cat - center pipe join has a slight leak of gases

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak evident

evidence of tyres rubbing on wings (could not replicate on ramp)

Fail 12 Sep 2013 95,370 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Exhaust cat - center pipe join has a slight leak of gases

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak evident

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

evidence of tyres rubbing on wings (could not replicate on ramp)

Pass 6 Sep 2012 93,439 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 93,439 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 90,279 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 86,768 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 82,901 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2008 78,991 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2008 78,991 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2007 68,371 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 68,371 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 61,239 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 61,236 miles

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

Rear Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

n/s/r seat back rest in an upright position

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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W894 RJT is a 2000 Opel Corsa in Black with a 1,389cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2000 Opel Corsa models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.4% with a typical mileage of 66,484 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 W894 RJT, 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 26 years old, this Opel Corsa is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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W894 RJT is a 2000 Opel Corsa, first registered on 12 June 2000.

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