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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 32 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 12 (63% pass rate). It has 101,864 miles on the clock, averaging 4,340 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BG52 SWY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 101,864 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,636 |
| Average per year | 4,340 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 | BG52 SWY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BG52 SWY
What car is BG52 SWY?
BG52 SWY is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BG52 SWY?
The last recorded mileage for BG52 SWY was 101,864 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG52 SWY passed its MOT?
BG52 SWY has had 32 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (20 passes, 12 failures). It last was tested on 10 Nov 2025.
Is BG52 SWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG52 SWY 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 BG52 SWY?
BG52 SWY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.