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KM52 LTJ

2002 Vauxhall Corsa · Petrol · 1389cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
Year2002
FuelPetrol
Engine1389cc
ColourBlue
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 73,038 miles on the clock, averaging 2,502 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 KM52 LTJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
73,038
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2006
74%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
2,502

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading73,038 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year2,502
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KM52 LTJ 24k37k49k61k73k '06'25'14

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage73,038 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,035 miles
Since last MOT+6,556 miles
PASS
Mileage66,479 miles
Since last MOT+1,282 miles
PASS
Mileage65,197 miles
Since last MOT+1,340 miles
PASS
Mileage63,857 miles
Since last MOT+1,104 miles
PASS
Mileage62,753 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage62,753 miles
Since last MOT+1,277 miles
PASS
Mileage61,476 miles
Since last MOT+1,856 miles
PASS
Mileage59,620 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage59,620 miles
Since last MOT+3,546 miles
PASS
Mileage56,074 miles
Since last MOT+1,803 miles
PASS
Mileage54,271 miles
Since last MOT+1,508 miles
PASS
Mileage52,763 miles
Since last MOT+1,526 miles
PASS
Mileage51,237 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,237 miles
Since last MOT+187 miles
PASS
Mileage51,050 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage51,050 miles
Since last MOT+948 miles
PASS
Mileage50,102 miles
Since last MOT+1,256 miles
PASS
Mileage48,846 miles
Since last MOT+1,920 miles
PASS
Mileage46,926 miles
Since last MOT+4,486 miles
PASS
Mileage42,440 miles
Since last MOT+5,667 miles
PASS
Mileage36,773 miles
Since last MOT+6,164 miles
PASS
Mileage30,609 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage30,609 miles
Since last MOT+3,309 miles
PASS
Mileage27,300 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage27,300 miles
Since last MOT+2,878 miles
PASS
Mileage24,422 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

RegistrationKM52 LTJ
MakeVauxhall
ModelCorsa
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1389cc
Year2002
First registered
Area codeKM — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About KM52 LTJ

What car is KM52 LTJ?

KM52 LTJ is a blue Vauxhall Corsa, petrol (1389cc). First registered in Luton in 2002.

What is the mileage of KM52 LTJ?

The last recorded mileage for KM52 LTJ was 73,038 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KM52 LTJ passed its MOT?

KM52 LTJ has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2025.

Is KM52 LTJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KM52 LTJ 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 KM52 LTJ?

KM52 LTJ is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.