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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 58,503 miles on the clock, averaging 8,209 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BF51 DVH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 58,503 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,402 |
| Average per year | 8,209 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record
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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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BF51 DVH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BF51 DVH
What car is BF51 DVH?
BF51 DVH is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BF51 DVH?
The last recorded mileage for BF51 DVH was 58,503 miles, recorded on 9 Oct 2009 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF51 DVH passed its MOT?
BF51 DVH has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last was tested on 9 Oct 2009.
Is BF51 DVH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF51 DVH 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 BF51 DVH?
BF51 DVH is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.