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FL52 KJE

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Silver Registered in Nottingham, Forest and Fens · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourSilver
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 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 144,132 miles on the clock, averaging 5,499 miles per year, 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 FL52 KJE

MOT Status
Due date passed
144,132
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
5,499

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 reading144,132 miles
Reading date
Miles last year16
Average per year5,499
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FL52 KJE 86k101k115k130k144k '06'17'11

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage144,132 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,116 miles
Since last MOT+7,984 miles
PASS
Mileage136,132 miles
Since last MOT+124 miles
FAIL
Mileage136,008 miles
Since last MOT+4,961 miles
PASS
Mileage131,047 miles
Since last MOT+4,911 miles
PASS
Mileage126,136 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage126,136 miles
Since last MOT+6,386 miles
PASS
Mileage119,750 miles
Since last MOT+5,410 miles
PASS
Mileage114,340 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,282 miles
Since last MOT+4,180 miles
PASS
Mileage110,102 miles
Since last MOT+8,026 miles
PASS
Mileage102,076 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,076 miles
Since last MOT+168 miles
PASS
Mileage101,908 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage101,908 miles
Since last MOT+8,602 miles
PASS
Mileage93,306 miles
Since last MOT+92 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,214 miles
Since last MOT+7,844 miles
PASS
Mileage85,370 miles
PASS
Mileage86,459 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage86,459 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

RegistrationFL52 KJE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeFL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FL52 KJE

What car is FL52 KJE?

FL52 KJE is an silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.

What is the mileage of FL52 KJE?

The last recorded mileage for FL52 KJE was 144,132 miles, recorded on 15 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL52 KJE passed its MOT?

FL52 KJE has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 15 Feb 2017.

Is FL52 KJE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL52 KJE 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 FL52 KJE?

FL52 KJE is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.