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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 31 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 11 (65% pass rate). It has 31,185 miles on the clock, averaging 1,030 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 DA51 VPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 31,185 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,030 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | DA51 VPL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DA — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DA51 VPL
What car is DA51 VPL?
DA51 VPL is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.
What is the mileage of DA51 VPL?
The last recorded mileage for DA51 VPL was 31,185 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DA51 VPL passed its MOT?
DA51 VPL has had 31 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (20 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2025.
Is DA51 VPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DA51 VPL 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 DA51 VPL?
DA51 VPL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.