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At a glance
This 2001 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1199cc has had 32 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 12 (63% pass rate). It has 109,988 miles on the clock, averaging 4,397 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.
MOT & Mileage History for KC51 DWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 109,988 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 4,397 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 | KC51 DWU |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1199cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KC — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About KC51 DWU
What car is KC51 DWU?
KC51 DWU is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1199cc). First registered in Northampton in 2001.
What is the mileage of KC51 DWU?
The last recorded mileage for KC51 DWU was 109,988 miles, recorded on 4 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KC51 DWU passed its MOT?
KC51 DWU has had 32 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (20 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 4 Feb 2026.
Is KC51 DWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KC51 DWU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KC51 DWU?
KC51 DWU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.