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KH03 NPU

2003 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

Silver Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2003
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 2003 Vauxhall Corsa Petrol 1389cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 6 (75% pass rate). It has 58,510 miles on the clock, averaging 2,484 miles per year, well 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 KH03 NPU

MOT Status
Due date passed
58,510
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
2,484

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading58,510 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,319
Average per year2,484
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KH03 NPU 12k24k35k47k59k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage58,510 miles
Since last MOT+9,319 miles
PASS
Mileage49,191 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,191 miles
Since last MOT+9,065 miles
PASS
Mileage40,126 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage40,126 miles
Since last MOT+11,059 miles
PASS
Mileage29,067 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage29,067 miles
Since last MOT+6,705 miles
PASS
Mileage22,362 miles
Since last MOT+785 miles
PASS
Mileage21,577 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage21,577 miles
Since last MOT+5,517 miles
PASS
Mileage16,060 miles
Since last MOT+45 miles
PASS
Mileage16,015 miles
Since last MOT+70 miles
PASS
Mileage15,945 miles
Since last MOT+241 miles
FAIL
Mileage15,704 miles
Since last MOT+207 miles
PASS
Mileage15,497 miles
Since last MOT+126 miles
PASS
Mileage15,371 miles
Since last MOT+460 miles
PASS
Mileage14,911 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage14,911 miles
Since last MOT+407 miles
PASS
Mileage14,504 miles
Since last MOT+379 miles
PASS
Mileage14,125 miles
Since last MOT+425 miles
PASS
Mileage13,700 miles
Since last MOT+462 miles
PASS
Mileage13,238 miles
Since last MOT+343 miles
PASS
Mileage12,895 miles
Since last MOT+532 miles
PASS
Mileage12,363 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

RegistrationKH03 NPU
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKH — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About KH03 NPU

What car is KH03 NPU?

KH03 NPU is a silver Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KH03 NPU?

The last recorded mileage for KH03 NPU was 58,510 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KH03 NPU passed its MOT?

KH03 NPU has had 24 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (18 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 10 Jan 2025.

Is KH03 NPU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KH03 NPU 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 KH03 NPU?

KH03 NPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.