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FL52 MJU

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 7 (59% pass rate). It has 125,285 miles on the clock, averaging 8,158 miles per year, around 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 MJU

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,285
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2005
59%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
8,158

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading125,285 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,005
Average per year8,158
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FL52 MJU 43k64k84k105k125k '05'15'10

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage125,285 miles
Since last MOT+11,005 miles
PASS
Mileage114,280 miles
Since last MOT+370 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,910 miles
Since last MOT+7,817 miles
PASS
Mileage106,093 miles
Since last MOT+44 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,049 miles
Since last MOT+8,639 miles
PASS
Mileage97,410 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage97,410 miles
Since last MOT+6,551 miles
PASS
Mileage90,859 miles
Since last MOT+11,773 miles
PASS
Mileage79,086 miles
Since last MOT+9,529 miles
PASS
Mileage69,557 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage69,554 miles
Since last MOT+5,770 miles
PASS
Mileage63,784 miles
Since last MOT+5,271 miles
PASS
Mileage58,513 miles
Since last MOT+5,443 miles
FAIL
Mileage53,070 miles
Since last MOT+7,895 miles
PASS
Mileage45,175 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage45,175 miles
Since last MOT+2,148 miles
PASS
Mileage43,027 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 MJU
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 MJU

What car is FL52 MJU?

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

What is the mileage of FL52 MJU?

The last recorded mileage for FL52 MJU was 125,285 miles, recorded on 3 Nov 2015 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FL52 MJU passed its MOT?

FL52 MJU has had 17 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (10 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 3 Nov 2015.

Is FL52 MJU ULEZ compliant?

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

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