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HF52 LCT

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Diesel · 1686cc

Red Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1686cc
ColourRed
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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 6 (70% pass rate). It has 104,058 miles on the clock, averaging 4,639 miles per year, well 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 HF52 LCT

MOT Status
Due date passed
104,058
Last Mileage
Recorded
20
Total Tests
Since 2005
70%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 20 tests on record
4,639

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading104,058 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,639
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HF52 LCT 44k59k74k89k104k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,058 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,058 miles
Since last MOT+1,872 miles
PASS
Mileage102,186 miles
Since last MOT+3,911 miles
PASS
Mileage98,275 miles
Since last MOT+3,385 miles
PASS
Mileage94,890 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,890 miles
Since last MOT+2,950 miles
PASS
Mileage91,940 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,937 miles
Since last MOT+3,325 miles
PASS
Mileage88,612 miles
Since last MOT+3,097 miles
PASS
Mileage85,515 miles
Since last MOT+3,556 miles
PASS
Mileage81,959 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,954 miles
Since last MOT+4,096 miles
PASS
Mileage77,858 miles
Since last MOT+160 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,698 miles
Since last MOT+5,123 miles
PASS
Mileage72,575 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,575 miles
Since last MOT+4,426 miles
PASS
Mileage68,149 miles
Since last MOT+5,122 miles
PASS
Mileage63,027 miles
Since last MOT+5,675 miles
PASS
Mileage57,352 miles
Since last MOT+13,262 miles
PASS
Mileage44,090 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

RegistrationHF52 LCT
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1686cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeHF — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About HF52 LCT

What car is HF52 LCT?

HF52 LCT is an red Vauxhall Corsa, diesel (1686cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.

What is the mileage of HF52 LCT?

The last recorded mileage for HF52 LCT was 104,058 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HF52 LCT passed its MOT?

HF52 LCT has had 20 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (14 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2018.

Is HF52 LCT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HF52 LCT 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 HF52 LCT?

HF52 LCT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.