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KE52 VUL

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Silver Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 24 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£130–£165

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 2002 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 84,341 miles on the clock, averaging 5,126 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 16v engine is known for timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys. Common Vauxhall Corsa issues include gear linkage wear and steering rack failure.

MOT & Mileage History for KE52 VUL

MOT Status
Due date passed
84,341
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2005
80%
Pass Rate
12 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,126

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading84,341 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10
Average per year5,126
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KE52 VUL 18k35k51k68k84k '05'18'12

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage84,341 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage84,331 miles
Since last MOT+4,536 miles
PASS
Mileage79,795 miles
Since last MOT+6,309 miles
PASS
Mileage73,486 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,484 miles
Since last MOT+8,744 miles
PASS
Mileage64,740 miles
Since last MOT+13,532 miles
PASS
Mileage51,208 miles
Since last MOT+3,706 miles
PASS
Mileage47,502 miles
Since last MOT+7,492 miles
PASS
Mileage40,010 miles
Since last MOT+6,822 miles
PASS
Mileage33,188 miles
Since last MOT+5,134 miles
FAIL
Mileage28,054 miles
Since last MOT+2,595 miles
PASS
Mileage25,459 miles
Since last MOT+2,770 miles
PASS
Mileage22,689 miles
Since last MOT+2,003 miles
PASS
Mileage20,686 miles
Since last MOT+2,604 miles
PASS
Mileage18,082 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).

Timing belt, tensioner, and idler pulleys

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE52 VUL
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKE — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KE52 VUL

What car is KE52 VUL?

KE52 VUL is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Northampton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KE52 VUL?

The last recorded mileage for KE52 VUL was 84,341 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KE52 VUL passed its MOT?

KE52 VUL has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2018.

Is KE52 VUL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KE52 VUL 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 KE52 VUL?

KE52 VUL is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.