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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 2 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 63,695 miles on the clock, averaging 11,208 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for HX51 OPU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 63,695 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,393 |
| Average per year | 11,208 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 2 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 | HX51 OPU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HX — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About HX51 OPU
What car is HX51 OPU?
HX51 OPU is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2001.
What is the mileage of HX51 OPU?
The last recorded mileage for HX51 OPU was 63,695 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2007 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HX51 OPU passed its MOT?
HX51 OPU has had 2 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (2 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2007.
Is HX51 OPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HX51 OPU 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 HX51 OPU?
HX51 OPU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.