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Y488 DVO

2000 Opel Corsa

Blue Diesel 1199cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,092 mi
Last recorded123,092 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2023
Typical for 2000 Opel Corsa66,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY488 DVO
MakeOpel
ModelCorsa
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,199cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2023 123,092 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 117,757 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 103,839 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2020 95,007 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 92,989 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 91,485 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 89,078 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 87,116 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 87,015 miles

1 x rear mounting broken.

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

engine management light on

vehicle carries a dvla damaged marker

Pass 23 Jul 2014 87,015 miles

1 x rear mounting broken.

Non obligatory mirror damaged

engine management light on

vehicle carries a dvla damaged marker

Pass 23 Jul 2013 80,765 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Fail 23 Jul 2013 80,765 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Pass 20 Jul 2012 75,174 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 67,615 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 60,357 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 53,607 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 46,796 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 46,795 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Fail 4 Jun 2008 46,775 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Mar 2007 42,293 miles

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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Y488 DVO is a 2000 Opel Corsa in Blue with a 1,199cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 Y488 DVO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y488 DVO registered?

Y488 DVO is a 2000 Opel Corsa, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is Y488 DVO safe to buy?

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