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AK53 OXB

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Red Registered in Peterborough, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 90,408 miles on the clock, averaging 8,928 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 AK53 OXB

MOT Status
Due date passed
90,408
Last Mileage
Recorded
9
Total Tests
Since 2007
56%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 9 tests on record
8,928

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading90,408 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,538
Average per year8,928
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for AK53 OXB 31k46k61k76k90k '07'13'10

Check AK53 OXB

Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record

PASS
Mileage90,408 miles
Since last MOT+6,538 miles
PASS
Mileage83,870 miles
Since last MOT+9,808 miles
PASS
Mileage74,062 miles
Since last MOT+17 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,045 miles
Since last MOT+12,806 miles
FAIL
Mileage61,239 miles
Since last MOT+14,882 miles
PASS
Mileage46,357 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,355 miles
Since last MOT+14,950 miles
PASS
Mileage31,405 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage31,405 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).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK53 OXB
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAK — Peterborough, Anglia
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About AK53 OXB

What car is AK53 OXB?

AK53 OXB is an red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.

What is the mileage of AK53 OXB?

The last recorded mileage for AK53 OXB was 90,408 miles, recorded on 19 Aug 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AK53 OXB passed its MOT?

AK53 OXB has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Aug 2013.

Is AK53 OXB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 OXB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AK53 OXB?

AK53 OXB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.