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AP51 GGJ

2001 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Norwich, Anglia · 25 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2001
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 113,640 miles on the clock, averaging 6,086 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 AP51 GGJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,640
Last Mileage
Recorded
18
Total Tests
Since 2006
61%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 18 tests on record
6,086

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 reading113,640 miles
Reading date
Miles last year80
Average per year6,086
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for AP51 GGJ 49k65k81k97k114k '06'17'12

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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,640 miles
Since last MOT+80 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,560 miles
Since last MOT+13,181 miles
PASS
Mileage100,379 miles
Since last MOT+4,760 miles
PASS
Mileage95,619 miles
Since last MOT+4,663 miles
PASS
Mileage90,956 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,956 miles
Since last MOT+291 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,665 miles
Since last MOT+13,677 miles
PASS
Mileage76,988 miles
Since last MOT+122 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,866 miles
Since last MOT+7,788 miles
PASS
Mileage69,078 miles
Since last MOT+4,862 miles
PASS
Mileage64,216 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage64,216 miles
Since last MOT+5,098 miles
PASS
Mileage59,118 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage59,115 miles
Since last MOT+3,723 miles
PASS
Mileage55,392 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage55,388 miles
Since last MOT+3,644 miles
PASS
Mileage51,744 miles
Since last MOT+2,743 miles
PASS
Mileage49,001 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

RegistrationAP51 GGJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2001
First registered
Area codeAP — Norwich, Anglia
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About AP51 GGJ

What car is AP51 GGJ?

AP51 GGJ is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Norwich in 2001.

What is the mileage of AP51 GGJ?

The last recorded mileage for AP51 GGJ was 113,640 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has AP51 GGJ passed its MOT?

AP51 GGJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2017.

Is AP51 GGJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP51 GGJ 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 AP51 GGJ?

AP51 GGJ is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.