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At a glance
This 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 28,781 miles on the clock, averaging 6,111 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for GY52 XPR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 28,781 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,674 |
| Average per year | 6,111 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 4 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 | GY52 XPR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About GY52 XPR
What car is GY52 XPR?
GY52 XPR is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Brighton in 2002.
What is the mileage of GY52 XPR?
The last recorded mileage for GY52 XPR was 28,781 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2007 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY52 XPR passed its MOT?
GY52 XPR has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Oct 2007.
Is GY52 XPR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY52 XPR 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 GY52 XPR?
GY52 XPR is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.