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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Diesel 1686cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 98,181 miles on the clock, averaging 5,950 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 GV52 VDE
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Below average| Latest reading | 98,181 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,297 |
| Average per year | 5,950 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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).
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
| Registration | GV52 VDE |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1686cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GV52 VDE
What car is GV52 VDE?
GV52 VDE is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV52 VDE?
The last recorded mileage for GV52 VDE was 98,181 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV52 VDE passed its MOT?
GV52 VDE has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 29 Apr 2017.
Is GV52 VDE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV52 VDE 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 GV52 VDE?
GV52 VDE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.