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At a glance
This 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1796cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 94,652 miles on the clock, averaging 6,573 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 KD52 DXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 94,652 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,907 |
| Average per year | 6,573 |
| 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KD52 DXR |
| Make | Vauxhall |
| Model | Corsa |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KD — Northampton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About KD52 DXR
What car is KD52 DXR?
KD52 DXR is a black Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KD52 DXR?
The last recorded mileage for KD52 DXR was 94,652 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KD52 DXR passed its MOT?
KD52 DXR has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2016.
Is KD52 DXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KD52 DXR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KD52 DXR?
KD52 DXR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.