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GU03 FWT

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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 4 and failing 4 (50% pass rate). It has 93,493 miles on the clock at the last MOT. 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 GU03 FWT

MOT Status
Due date passed
93,493
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2006
50%
Pass Rate
4 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
N/A

Average miles/year

Insufficient data
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Latest reading93,493 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,052
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GU03 FWT 138k138k138k138k138k '06'10'08

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage93,493 miles
Since last MOT+9,052 miles
PASS
Mileage84,441 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage84,441 miles
Since last MOT+10,028 miles
PASS
Mileage74,413 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage74,412 miles
Since last MOT+9,393 miles
PASS
Mileage65,019 miles
Since last MOT+21 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,998 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,302 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

RegistrationGU03 FWT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeGU — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About GU03 FWT

What car is GU03 FWT?

GU03 FWT is a white Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.

What is the mileage of GU03 FWT?

The last recorded mileage for GU03 FWT was 93,493 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2010 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GU03 FWT passed its MOT?

GU03 FWT has had 8 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (4 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2010.

Is GU03 FWT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU03 FWT 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 GU03 FWT?

GU03 FWT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.