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AP51 YLN

2001 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Green Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourGreen
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2001 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 111,479 miles on the clock, averaging 6,097 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for AP51 YLN

MOT Status
Due date passed
111,479
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
6,097

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading111,479 miles
Reading date
Miles last year35
Average per year6,097
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP51 YLN 43k60k77k94k111k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage111,479 miles
Since last MOT+35 miles
FAIL
Mileage111,444 miles
Since last MOT+2,976 miles
PASS
Mileage108,468 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage108,468 miles
Since last MOT+6,714 miles
PASS
Mileage101,754 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,754 miles
Since last MOT+5,517 miles
PASS
Mileage96,237 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage96,237 miles
Since last MOT+6,437 miles
PASS
Mileage89,800 miles
Since last MOT+6,957 miles
PASS
Mileage82,843 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage82,843 miles
Since last MOT+7,178 miles
PASS
Mileage75,665 miles
Since last MOT+6,239 miles
PASS
Mileage69,426 miles
Since last MOT+5,492 miles
PASS
Mileage63,934 miles
Since last MOT+6,482 miles
PASS
Mileage57,452 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage57,452 miles
Since last MOT+6,096 miles
PASS
Mileage51,356 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,356 miles
Since last MOT+8,689 miles
PASS
Mileage42,667 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage42,667 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Vauxhall Corsa

These are the most commonly reported problems on Vauxhall Corsa models (2000–2006), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Gear linkage wear (plastic ball joints and cables)

Plastic ball joint in the gear linkage pops out or wears, causing excessive play; cables stretch or fray. · Typical repair: £150-£300 (parts £50-£100, 2-3 hrs labour).

Steering rack failure (manual rack with electric power assistance on later models)

Seals leak, rack bushes wear, or electric motor/torque sensor fails (EPS light on). · Typical repair: £400-£800 (new/refurb rack, 4-6 hrs labour).

Anti-roll bar (sway bar) drop links

Bushings or links seize/wear, especially fronts. · Typical repair: £80-£150 per side (parts £20-£40, 1 hr labour).

Footwell water leaks (door membrane seals and bulkhead drains)

Door membrane tears, windscreen/base seals fail, blocking drains. · Typical repair: £100-£250 (seal replacement, drain clear).

Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP51 YLN
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AP51 YLN

What car is AP51 YLN?

AP51 YLN is an green Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Norwich in 2001.

What is the mileage of AP51 YLN?

The last recorded mileage for AP51 YLN was 111,479 miles, recorded on 5 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP51 YLN passed its MOT?

AP51 YLN has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 5 Jun 2017.

Is AP51 YLN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP51 YLN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AP51 YLN?

AP51 YLN is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.