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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1753cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 9 (53% pass rate). It has 172,274 miles on the clock, averaging 9,126 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for DF51 BWC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,274 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,126 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | DF51 BWC |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1753cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About DF51 BWC
What car is DF51 BWC?
DF51 BWC is a green Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1753cc). First registered in Chester in 2002.
What is the mileage of DF51 BWC?
The last recorded mileage for DF51 BWC was 172,274 miles, recorded on 8 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF51 BWC passed its MOT?
DF51 BWC has had 19 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (10 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Jun 2016.
Is DF51 BWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF51 BWC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DF51 BWC?
DF51 BWC is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.