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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 6 (57% pass rate). It has 171,033 miles on the clock, averaging 11,098 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 DWJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,033 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,933 |
| Average per year | 11,098 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | BD53 DWJ |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 DWJ
What car is BD53 DWJ?
BD53 DWJ is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 DWJ?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 DWJ was 171,033 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 DWJ passed its MOT?
BD53 DWJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (8 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2015.
Is BD53 DWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 DWJ 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 BD53 DWJ?
BD53 DWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.