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AJ51 UET

2001 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1686cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 121,139 miles on the clock, averaging 7,356 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 DTI engine is known for 1. crankshaft position sensor (cps) failure and 2. fuel injector and fuel rail pressure issues. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for AJ51 UET

MOT Status
Due date passed
121,139
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2005
63%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,356

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading121,139 miles
Reading date
Average per year7,356
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AJ51 UET 37k58k79k100k121k '05'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage121,139 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,139 miles
Since last MOT+14,701 miles
PASS
Mileage106,438 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage106,438 miles
Since last MOT+9,670 miles
PASS
Mileage96,768 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,765 miles
Since last MOT+3,714 miles
PASS
Mileage93,051 miles
Since last MOT+5,744 miles
PASS
Mileage87,307 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,307 miles
Since last MOT+5,805 miles
PASS
Mileage81,502 miles
Since last MOT+6,015 miles
PASS
Mileage75,487 miles
Since last MOT+5,981 miles
PASS
Mileage69,506 miles
Since last MOT+5,703 miles
PASS
Mileage63,803 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,803 miles
Since last MOT+8,034 miles
PASS
Mileage55,769 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage55,769 miles
Since last MOT+7,778 miles
PASS
Mileage47,991 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,991 miles
Since last MOT+10,611 miles
PASS
Mileage37,380 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).

1. Crankshaft Position Sensor (CPS) Failure

The sensor degrades or fails electrically, typically due to age or contamination.

2. Fuel Injector and Fuel Rail Pressure Issues

Fuel contamination (from infrequent diesel filter changes or poor-quality fuel) causes micro-debris to lodge in the suction control valve or injector internals, reducing fuel rail pressure and causing engine performance faults[2].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJ51 UET
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAJ — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AJ51 UET

What car is AJ51 UET?

AJ51 UET is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2001.

What is the mileage of AJ51 UET?

The last recorded mileage for AJ51 UET was 121,139 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AJ51 UET passed its MOT?

AJ51 UET has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2017.

Is AJ51 UET ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ51 UET is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AJ51 UET?

AJ51 UET is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.