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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 48,053 miles on the clock, averaging 3,261 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for FH03 XSM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 48,053 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,261 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | FH03 XSM |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FH — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About FH03 XSM
What car is FH03 XSM?
FH03 XSM is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FH03 XSM?
The last recorded mileage for FH03 XSM was 48,053 miles, recorded on 8 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FH03 XSM passed its MOT?
FH03 XSM has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2020.
Is FH03 XSM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FH03 XSM 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 FH03 XSM?
FH03 XSM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.