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GV02 AEU

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Red Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourRed
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 45,836 miles on the clock, averaging 1,576 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for GV02 AEU

MOT Status
Due date passed
45,836
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
1,576

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading45,836 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year1,576
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV02 AEU 18k25k32k39k46k '06'24'15

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage45,836 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage45,834 miles
Since last MOT+6,503 miles
PASS
Mileage39,331 miles
Since last MOT+9,007 miles
PASS
Mileage30,324 miles
Since last MOT+386 miles
PASS
Mileage29,938 miles
Since last MOT+212 miles
PASS
Mileage29,726 miles
Since last MOT+307 miles
PASS
Mileage29,419 miles
Since last MOT+581 miles
PASS
Mileage28,838 miles
Since last MOT+660 miles
PASS
Mileage28,178 miles
Since last MOT+463 miles
PASS
Mileage27,715 miles
Since last MOT+559 miles
PASS
Mileage27,156 miles
Since last MOT+755 miles
PASS
Mileage26,401 miles
Since last MOT+784 miles
PASS
Mileage25,617 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage25,617 miles
Since last MOT+1,155 miles
PASS
Mileage24,462 miles
Since last MOT+1,336 miles
PASS
Mileage23,126 miles
Since last MOT+1,195 miles
PASS
Mileage21,931 miles
Since last MOT+782 miles
PASS
Mileage21,149 miles
Since last MOT+854 miles
FAIL
Mileage20,295 miles
Since last MOT+1,257 miles
PASS
Mileage19,038 miles
Since last MOT+28 miles
FAIL
Mileage19,010 miles
Since last MOT+1,492 miles
PASS
Mileage17,518 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).

Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV02 AEU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About GV02 AEU

What car is GV02 AEU?

GV02 AEU is a red Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.

What is the mileage of GV02 AEU?

The last recorded mileage for GV02 AEU was 45,836 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV02 AEU passed its MOT?

GV02 AEU has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2024.

Is GV02 AEU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV02 AEU 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 GV02 AEU?

GV02 AEU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.