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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 41,126 miles on the clock, averaging 1,321 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for RE51 POF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 41,126 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,903 |
| Average per year | 1,321 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | RE51 POF |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About RE51 POF
What car is RE51 POF?
RE51 POF is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Reading in 2001.
What is the mileage of RE51 POF?
The last recorded mileage for RE51 POF was 41,126 miles, recorded on 27 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE51 POF passed its MOT?
RE51 POF has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Apr 2026.
Is RE51 POF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE51 POF 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 RE51 POF?
RE51 POF is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.