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FX52 CZE

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Blue Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourBlue
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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 175,492 miles on the clock, averaging 7,161 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 FX52 CZE

MOT Status
Due date passed
175,492
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2005
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
7,161

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading175,492 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,306
Average per year7,161
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for FX52 CZE 67k94k121k148k175k '05'21'14

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage175,492 miles
Since last MOT+3,306 miles
PASS
Mileage172,186 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,183 miles
Since last MOT+10,424 miles
PASS
Mileage161,759 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage161,759 miles
Since last MOT+7,179 miles
PASS
Mileage154,580 miles
Since last MOT+7,017 miles
PASS
Mileage147,563 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,544 miles
Since last MOT+5,493 miles
PASS
Mileage142,051 miles
Since last MOT+4,853 miles
PASS
Mileage137,198 miles
Since last MOT+4,291 miles
PASS
Mileage132,907 miles
Since last MOT+2,859 miles
PASS
Mileage130,048 miles
Since last MOT+3,842 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,206 miles
Since last MOT+3,793 miles
PASS
Mileage122,413 miles
Since last MOT+3,854 miles
PASS
Mileage118,559 miles
Since last MOT+3,573 miles
PASS
Mileage114,986 miles
Since last MOT+109 miles
FAIL
Mileage114,877 miles
Since last MOT+12,615 miles
PASS
Mileage102,262 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage102,262 miles
Since last MOT+16,057 miles
PASS
Mileage86,205 miles
Since last MOT+18,873 miles
PASS
Mileage67,332 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

RegistrationFX52 CZE
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About FX52 CZE

What car is FX52 CZE?

FX52 CZE is an blue Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.

What is the mileage of FX52 CZE?

The last recorded mileage for FX52 CZE was 175,492 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2021 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FX52 CZE passed its MOT?

FX52 CZE has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2021.

Is FX52 CZE ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX52 CZE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is FX52 CZE?

FX52 CZE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.