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AP03 LLJ

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Black Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlack
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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 8 (65% pass rate). It has 175,477 miles on the clock, averaging 9,129 miles per year, above 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 AP03 LLJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
175,477
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
9,129

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading175,477 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,129
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP03 LLJ 48k80k112k144k175k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage175,477 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage175,477 miles
Since last MOT+15,217 miles
PASS
Mileage160,260 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,112 miles
Since last MOT+9,655 miles
PASS
Mileage156,457 miles
Since last MOT+152 miles
FAIL
Mileage156,305 miles
Since last MOT+7,372 miles
PASS
Mileage148,933 miles
Since last MOT+78 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,855 miles
Since last MOT+7,738 miles
PASS
Mileage141,117 miles
Since last MOT+6,207 miles
PASS
Mileage134,910 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,890 miles
Since last MOT+6,370 miles
PASS
Mileage128,520 miles
Since last MOT+6,221 miles
PASS
Mileage122,299 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,292 miles
Since last MOT+7,590 miles
PASS
Mileage114,702 miles
Since last MOT+5,059 miles
PASS
Mileage109,643 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,643 miles
Since last MOT+8,612 miles
PASS
Mileage101,031 miles
Since last MOT+11,991 miles
PASS
Mileage89,040 miles
Since last MOT+13,448 miles
PASS
Mileage75,592 miles
Since last MOT+11,885 miles
PASS
Mileage63,707 miles
Since last MOT+15,906 miles
PASS
Mileage47,801 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,801 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

RegistrationAP03 LLJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About AP03 LLJ

What car is AP03 LLJ?

AP03 LLJ is an black Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.

What is the mileage of AP03 LLJ?

The last recorded mileage for AP03 LLJ was 175,477 miles, recorded on 24 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP03 LLJ passed its MOT?

AP03 LLJ has had 23 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (15 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 24 Jun 2020.

Is AP03 LLJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP03 LLJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is AP03 LLJ?

AP03 LLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.