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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Lpg has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 10 (57% pass rate). It has 111,806 miles on the clock, averaging 5,520 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for BV52 AEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,806 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 486 |
| Average per year | 5,520 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | BV52 AEA |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Lpg |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BV52 AEA
What car is BV52 AEA?
BV52 AEA is a red Vauxhall Corsa, lpg. First registered in Birmingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of BV52 AEA?
The last recorded mileage for BV52 AEA was 111,806 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV52 AEA passed its MOT?
BV52 AEA has had 23 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (13 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2021.
How old is BV52 AEA?
BV52 AEA is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.