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GP52 GNJ

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

White Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourWhite
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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 125,794 miles on the clock, averaging 7,988 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 GP52 GNJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
125,794
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
64%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 8 failed

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

8

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,988

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 reading125,794 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,561
Average per year7,988
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP52 GNJ 13k41k69k97k126k '06'20'14

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage125,794 miles
Since last MOT+10,561 miles
PASS
Mileage115,233 miles
Since last MOT+139 miles
FAIL
Mileage115,094 miles
Since last MOT+10,266 miles
PASS
Mileage104,828 miles
Since last MOT+73 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,755 miles
Since last MOT+9,095 miles
PASS
Mileage95,660 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,660 miles
Since last MOT+10,488 miles
PASS
Mileage85,172 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage85,171 miles
Since last MOT+12,915 miles
PASS
Mileage72,256 miles
Since last MOT+9,948 miles
PASS
Mileage62,308 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,308 miles
Since last MOT+10,036 miles
PASS
Mileage52,272 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage52,270 miles
Since last MOT+3,791 miles
PASS
Mileage48,479 miles
Since last MOT+1,635 miles
PASS
Mileage46,844 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage46,834 miles
Since last MOT+6,261 miles
PASS
Mileage40,573 miles
Since last MOT+7,800 miles
PASS
Mileage32,773 miles
Since last MOT+7,586 miles
PASS
Mileage25,187 miles
Since last MOT+6,382 miles
PASS
Mileage18,805 miles
Since last MOT+6,231 miles
PASS
Mileage12,574 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

RegistrationGP52 GNJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About GP52 GNJ

What car is GP52 GNJ?

GP52 GNJ is a white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GP52 GNJ?

The last recorded mileage for GP52 GNJ was 125,794 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP52 GNJ passed its MOT?

GP52 GNJ has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 9 Mar 2020.

Is GP52 GNJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP52 GNJ 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 GP52 GNJ?

GP52 GNJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.