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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 99,716 miles on the clock, averaging 9,122 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 BG02 RZV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 99,716 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,861 |
| Average per year | 9,122 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | BG02 RZV |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About BG02 RZV
What car is BG02 RZV?
BG02 RZV is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG02 RZV?
The last recorded mileage for BG02 RZV was 99,716 miles, recorded on 24 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG02 RZV passed its MOT?
BG02 RZV has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Dec 2015.
Is BG02 RZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG02 RZV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG02 RZV?
BG02 RZV is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.