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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 23,175 miles on the clock, averaging 1,046 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 DE52 CFP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 23,175 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 379 |
| Average per year | 1,046 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | DE52 CFP |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About DE52 CFP
What car is DE52 CFP?
DE52 CFP is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.
What is the mileage of DE52 CFP?
The last recorded mileage for DE52 CFP was 23,175 miles, recorded on 4 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE52 CFP passed its MOT?
DE52 CFP has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 4 Oct 2018.
Is DE52 CFP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE52 CFP 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 DE52 CFP?
DE52 CFP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.