Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
EO53 KUH

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 998cc

Silver Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine998cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£20–£30

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 998cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 97,440 miles on the clock, averaging 5,657 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for EO53 KUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
97,440
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
65%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
5,657

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading97,440 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,657
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO53 KUH 38k53k67k82k97k '06'17'12

Check EO53 KUH

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage97,440 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,440 miles
Since last MOT+3,259 miles
PASS
Mileage94,181 miles
Since last MOT+46 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,135 miles
Since last MOT+7,328 miles
PASS
Mileage86,807 miles
Since last MOT+3,657 miles
PASS
Mileage83,150 miles
Since last MOT+5,745 miles
PASS
Mileage77,405 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,395 miles
Since last MOT+5,939 miles
PASS
Mileage71,456 miles
Since last MOT+135 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,321 miles
Since last MOT+5,593 miles
PASS
Mileage65,728 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage65,728 miles
Since last MOT+2,833 miles
PASS
Mileage62,895 miles
Since last MOT+5,484 miles
PASS
Mileage57,411 miles
Since last MOT+5,446 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,965 miles
Since last MOT+7,321 miles
PASS
Mileage44,644 miles
Since last MOT+7,113 miles
PASS
Mileage37,531 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Vauxhall Corsa often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 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).

Read our Vauxhall Corsa Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Vauxhall Corsa

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 KUH
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More EO53 K plates

Browse all EO53 K registrations from Chelmsford.

About EO53 KUH

What car is EO53 KUH?

EO53 KUH is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (998cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO53 KUH?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 KUH was 97,440 miles, recorded on 2 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 KUH passed its MOT?

EO53 KUH has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 May 2017.

Is EO53 KUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 KUH 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 EO53 KUH?

EO53 KUH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.