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EO53 UUH

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 Diesel 1686cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 5 (55% pass rate). It has 78,219 miles on the clock, averaging 9,010 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.7 DTI engine is known for 1. crankshaft position sensor (cps) failure and 2. fuel injector and fuel rail pressure issues. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for EO53 UUH

MOT Status
Due date passed
78,219
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2006
55%
Pass Rate
6 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
9,010

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading78,219 miles
Reading date
Average per year9,010
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EO53 UUH 27k40k52k65k78k '06'12'10

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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage78,219 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,219 miles
Since last MOT+12,067 miles
PASS
Mileage66,152 miles
Since last MOT+580 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,572 miles
Since last MOT+11,655 miles
PASS
Mileage53,917 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,917 miles
Since last MOT+7,923 miles
PASS
Mileage45,994 miles
Since last MOT+165 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,829 miles
Since last MOT+7,977 miles
PASS
Mileage37,852 miles
Since last MOT+11,161 miles
PASS
Mileage26,691 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage26,691 miles

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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).

1. Crankshaft Position Sensor (CPS) Failure

The sensor degrades or fails electrically, typically due to age or contamination.

2. Fuel Injector and Fuel Rail Pressure Issues

Fuel contamination (from infrequent diesel filter changes or poor-quality fuel) causes micro-debris to lodge in the suction control valve or injector internals, reducing fuel rail pressure and causing engine performance faults[2].

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO53 UUH
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEO — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EO53 UUH

What car is EO53 UUH?

EO53 UUH is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EO53 UUH?

The last recorded mileage for EO53 UUH was 78,219 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2012 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EO53 UUH passed its MOT?

EO53 UUH has had 11 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (6 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2012.

Is EO53 UUH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 UUH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EO53 UUH?

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