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CU52 XYY

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Black Registered in Swansea, Cymru (Wales) · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 67,421 miles on the clock, averaging 10,300 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for CU52 XYY

MOT Status
Due date passed
67,421
Last Mileage
Recorded
6
Total Tests
Since 2006
83%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 6 tests on record
10,300

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading67,421 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,049
Average per year10,300
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for CU52 XYY 24k35k46k57k67k '06'10'07

Check CU52 XYY

Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record

PASS
Mileage67,421 miles
Since last MOT+17,049 miles
PASS
Mileage50,372 miles
Since last MOT+11,728 miles
PASS
Mileage38,644 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage38,644 miles
Since last MOT+4,913 miles
PASS
Mileage33,731 miles
Since last MOT+9,944 miles
PASS
Mileage23,787 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).

Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU52 XYY
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeCU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About CU52 XYY

What car is CU52 XYY?

CU52 XYY is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.

What is the mileage of CU52 XYY?

The last recorded mileage for CU52 XYY was 67,421 miles, recorded on 20 May 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CU52 XYY passed its MOT?

CU52 XYY has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 20 May 2010.

Is CU52 XYY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU52 XYY 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 CU52 XYY?

CU52 XYY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.