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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 11 (58% pass rate). It has 156,200 miles on the clock, averaging 9,845 miles per year, above 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 BT51 VPE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,200 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,017 |
| Average per year | 9,845 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BT51 VPE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BT — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About BT51 VPE
What car is BT51 VPE?
BT51 VPE is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2001.
What is the mileage of BT51 VPE?
The last recorded mileage for BT51 VPE was 156,200 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BT51 VPE passed its MOT?
BT51 VPE has had 26 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (15 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 30 Jan 2020.
Is BT51 VPE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BT51 VPE 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 BT51 VPE?
BT51 VPE is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.