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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 998cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 10 (60% pass rate). It has 133,423 miles on the clock, averaging 7,801 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for CV53 OZH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 133,423 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,936 |
| Average per year | 7,801 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | CV53 OZH |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Gold |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CV53 OZH
What car is CV53 OZH?
CV53 OZH is a gold Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CV53 OZH?
The last recorded mileage for CV53 OZH was 133,423 miles, recorded on 5 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV53 OZH passed its MOT?
CV53 OZH has had 25 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (15 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 5 Aug 2021.
Is CV53 OZH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 OZH 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 CV53 OZH?
CV53 OZH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.