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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1200cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 42,955 miles on the clock, averaging 1,708 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 GU03 BVY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 42,955 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 141 |
| Average per year | 1,708 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | GU03 BVY |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1200cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About GU03 BVY
What car is GU03 BVY?
GU03 BVY is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1200cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GU03 BVY?
The last recorded mileage for GU03 BVY was 42,955 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU03 BVY passed its MOT?
GU03 BVY has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Aug 2023.
Is GU03 BVY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU03 BVY 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 GU03 BVY?
GU03 BVY is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.