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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 973cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 77,959 miles on the clock, averaging 4,794 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 FM02 ELW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 77,959 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,250 |
| Average per year | 4,794 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | FM02 ELW |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 973cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 02 — March 2002 to August 2002 |
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About FM02 ELW
What car is FM02 ELW?
FM02 ELW is an black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (973cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2002.
What is the mileage of FM02 ELW?
The last recorded mileage for FM02 ELW was 77,959 miles, recorded on 12 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM02 ELW passed its MOT?
FM02 ELW has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 May 2015.
Is FM02 ELW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM02 ELW 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 FM02 ELW?
FM02 ELW is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.