Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 40,121 miles on the clock, averaging 2,105 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for FA02 EXL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 40,121 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,834 |
| Average per year | 2,105 |
| 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).
Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FA02 EXL |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1389cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About FA02 EXL
What car is FA02 EXL?
FA02 EXL is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FA02 EXL?
The last recorded mileage for FA02 EXL was 40,121 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA02 EXL passed its MOT?
FA02 EXL has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2020.
Is FA02 EXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA02 EXL 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 FA02 EXL?
FA02 EXL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.