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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 139,191 miles on the clock, averaging 4,387 miles per year, well below 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 FD51 SMX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 139,191 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 444 |
| Average per year | 4,387 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 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).
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
| Registration | FD51 SMX |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About FD51 SMX
What car is FD51 SMX?
FD51 SMX is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FD51 SMX?
The last recorded mileage for FD51 SMX was 139,191 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD51 SMX passed its MOT?
FD51 SMX has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 20 Feb 2017.
Is FD51 SMX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD51 SMX 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 FD51 SMX?
FD51 SMX is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.